October 4 - Playoffs round 2, Game 4
MSB Playoff Results – Game 4, Second Round
Dogs and Auk one win from advancing with commanding 3-1 series leads
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Ohtani's Historic Three-Homer Game Powers Dogs to 9-0 Rout
CITI FIELD - Shohei Ohtani delivered one of the most spectacular playoff performances in league history, launching three home runs and driving in six runs as the Dogs demolished the Rum Runners 9-0 in Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 series lead and move within one victory of advancing to the Championship Series. The superstar became just the third player in postseason history to hit three home runs in a single game, with solo shots in the first and third innings before capping his masterpiece with a three-run blast in the sixth that put the game completely out of reach. Combined with Freddy Peralta's dominant seven-inning shutout performance on the mound, the Dogs are now in complete control of the series as it shifts back to Fenway Park for Game 5. Ohtani set the tone immediately, crushing the first pitch he saw in the bottom of the first inning deep to right center for a solo homer that gave the Dogs a 1-0 lead they would never relinquish.
After Kwan walked in the third inning, Ohtani launched his second bomb of the night, a towering drive to right field that extended the advantage to 4-0 and sent the home crowd into a frenzy. The decisive sixth inning saw the Dogs break the game wide open when Chourio was hit by a pitch and Seager followed with a two-run homer that made it 6-0. Hamilton was then hit by a pitch and promptly stole second and third base in succession before Kwan drew another walk. Ohtani then delivered the knockout blow, launching his third home run of the night – a three-run shot to right field that completed his historic hat trick and gave the Dogs an insurmountable 9-0 lead. "That's the kind of performance you dream about in the playoffs," said Dogs manager after the victory. "Shohei was absolutely locked in tonight, and Freddy gave us exactly what we needed on the mound. Now we go home with a chance to close this out." Peralta was masterful, scattering just three hits over seven scoreless innings while striking out six. The Rum Runners now face elimination in Game 5, needing to win three straight to advance.
Final: Dogs 9, Rum Runners 0
Series: Dogs lead 3-1
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Auk Take Commanding 3-1 Lead With 4-1 Victory Behind Soroka's Gem
TRUIST PARK - Mike Soroka delivered a vintage playoff performance, striking out nine batters over five scoreless innings as the Auk defeated the Thunder 4-1 in Game 4 to seize a commanding 3-1 series lead and move within one victory of advancing to the Championship Series. The right-hander was dominant from the start, allowing just two hits while walking two and keeping the Thunder lineup completely off balance with his devastating sinker and slider combination. McCarthy provided the early offense with an RBI triple in the first inning that scored Bohm and gave the Auk a 1-0 lead, setting the tone for what would be a wire-to-wire victory. The visitors added to their advantage in the third when Carroll singled and Ozuna followed with a towering two-run homer to left center that extended the lead to 3-0 and put the Thunder in a deep hole.
The Thunder's only run came in the eighth inning in unusual fashion when Hurter committed a balk with Ramirez on third base, allowing the runner to score and cut the deficit to 4-1. But Bohm had provided crucial insurance just moments earlier with a solo homer to left field that gave the Auk a 4-0 cushion heading into the bottom of the eighth. Hurter earned his second save of the series despite allowing the balk, working four innings while allowing three hits and striking out four to close out the victory and put the Auk one win away from advancing. "This team showed incredible resilience after dropping Game 3," said Auk manager after taking the commanding series lead. "Soroka was outstanding tonight, and our offense did just enough. Now we go back to Oracle Park with a chance to finish this." The Thunder showed heart by winning a thrilling 15-inning Game 3 to avoid falling behind 3-0, but now face elimination as the series returns to Oracle Park for Game 5. They will need to win three consecutive games to advance, starting with a must-win situation in front of the Auk's home crowd.
Final: Auk 4, Thunder 1
Series: Auk lead 3-1
📊 Full Box Score
📈 Statistical Highlights
Historic Performances:
• Ohtani becomes third player ever to hit 3 home runs in a playoff game (solo 1st, 2-run 3rd, 3-run 6th)
• Ohtani's 6 RBI ties playoff single-game record
• Ohtani finished 3-for-5 with 3 runs scored in historic performance
Home Run Leaders:
• Ohtani (3 HR, 6 RBI - historic hat trick), Seager (2-run HR, 6th inning), Ozuna (2-run HR, 3rd inning), Bohm (solo HR, 8th inning)
Multi-Hit Performances:
• Ohtani (3-for-5, 3 HR, 6 RBI, 3 R), McCarthy (3-for-4, 3B, RBI), Bohm (2-for-4, HR, RBI, 2 R), Diaz,Yai (2-for-5, 2B), Realmuto (2-for-3, 2B)
Pitching Gems:
• Peralta,F (W, 7 IP, 3 H, 0 ER, 6 K) - Dominated in crucial Game 4 shutout
• Soroka (W, 5 IP, 2 H, 0 ER, 9 K, 2 BB) - Outstanding performance puts Auk one win away
• Hurter (S, 4 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 4 K) - Second save of series despite balk
• Combined shutouts by both winning teams gave them commanding series leads
Clutch Performances:
• McCarthy's RBI triple in 1st inning gave Auk early 1-0 lead
• Ozuna's 2-run homer provided cushion for Soroka in Game 4
• Hamilton stole three bases including consecutive steals of 2nd and 3rd in crucial 6th inning
• Seager's 2-run homer in 6th preceded Ohtani's final blast to seal victory
Series-Defining Moments:
• Dogs scored 9 unanswered runs in dominant Game 4 shutout
• Auk never trailed in Game 4, controlling game from first inning
• Both winning teams now hold commanding 3-1 series leads
• Dogs outscored Rum Runners 11-2 in Game 4 after being shut out in Game 3
• Both road teams facing elimination heading into Game 5
Weather Conditions:
• Clear, 83 degrees with 8 mph winds at Truist Park - perfect playoff weather
• Clear, 73 degrees with 11 mph winds at Citi Field - ideal conditions
Series Status:
• Dogs lead Rum Runners 3-1 (Games: W 11-2, W 2-0, L 0-2, W 9-0)
• Auk lead Thunder 3-1 (Games: W 4-2, W 6-1, L 4-5 15inn, W 4-1)
• Both series return for Game 5 with leaders needing one win to advance
• Rum Runners and Thunder face elimination, must win three straight
• Dogs return to Fenway Park with chance to close out series at home
• Auk return to Oracle Park with opportunity to advance in front of home fans
Notable Achievements:
• Ohtani's three-homer game ranks among greatest playoff performances ever
• Dogs and Auk both took commanding 3-1 leads with dominant Game 4 victories
• Soroka's 9 strikeouts in 5 innings showcased elite playoff pitching
• Both winning teams showed championship mettle bouncing back from Game 3 losses
• Dogs' 9-0 shutout marked complete turnaround after being shut out in Game 3
• Hamilton's baserunning prowess featured three stolen bases in Game 4
• Both series now one game from conclusion with clear favorites established
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