Shohei Ohtani’s longest Dodgers pitching start wasted in loss to Astros

Shohei Ohtani pitched 7 innings for the first time as a Dodger on May 6, 2026, recording eight strikeouts and no walks against the Houston Astros. Despite his efficient outing, the Los Angeles Dodgers offense managed only one run, resulting in a 2-1 loss at Daikin Park. It was Ohtani's deepest pitching performance in three seasons, dating back to 2023.