With a 5-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers on March 27, 2025, at Dodger Stadium, the Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off their 2025 home series.

Newcomers Shohei Ohtani and Teoscar Hernández both had outstanding games, and pitcher Blake Snell made a strong debut.

Offensive Firepower

The Dodgers’ offense was sparked by a string of home runs that thrilled the home crowd:

Tommy Edman opened the scoring with a solo home run in the second inning, establishing the mood for the game.

Teoscar Hernández hit a crucial three-run homer in the fifth inning, giving the Dodgers a 4-2 lead.

Shohei Ohtani added a solo shot in the seventh inning, his second home run of the season and another one that increased the Dodgers’ lead.

Blake Snell’s Debut

Despite some control issues, two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell pitched five innings in his first Dodgers appearance, giving up two runs on five hits, two strikeouts, and four walks.

Snell successfully navigated through the Tigers’ lineup to earn the victory in his debut.

Tigers’ Response

Spencer Torkelson and Kerry Carpenter both contributed offensively, with Torkelson hitting a home run and Carpenter adding a sacrifice fly to cut the deficit, but the Dodgers’ bullpen won the game despite the Detroit Tigers’ tenacity.

Looking Ahead

With the impactful contributions of their recent acquisitions, the Dodgers’ successful home opener sets a positive tone for the season, and as the team continues its campaign, fans are hopeful that the combination of experienced talent and new energy will propel the Dodgers toward another promising season.