Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani had another first in his MLB career when he struck out in his first four plate appearances Tuesday night.

The loss dropped the Reds to 56-52, and they'll need to win July 30 in the series finale against the Dodgers to avoid their first sweep of the season. Cincinnati is expected to send starter Nick Martinez (9-9, 4.69 ERA) to the mound against probable Dodgers starter, Shohei Ohtani (0-0, 1.50 ERA).

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Cincinnati Reds MLB game to be played on July 30, 2025 on ESPN.

Will Smith had an RBI double in the ninth inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.