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Ohtani rues non-challenge as LA blows 5-run lead
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June 11, 2026
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Shohei Ohtani cruised through the first six innings Wednesday before things unraveled in the seventh, including a missed ABS challenge that helped the Pirates rally and set the stage for a 9-8 win over the Dodgers.
Ohtani's Pickleball Moment: A Missed Challenge Costs Dodgers
pitcher and player, had been dominating on the mound, but a series of events would ultimately lead to a Pirates comeback. The turning point came when the Pirates' ABS (Automatic Ball and Strike) system was used, and the Dodgers failed to challenge the call, which many felt was incorrect.>
manager was left to ponder what could have been, had they challenged the ABS call. "We felt like it was a bad call," he said. "But in the end, it's not about the call, it's about the result.">
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resilience and determination of their team. They were able to overcome a 5-run deficit and come out on top, thanks in large part to a series of clutch hits and a strong performance from their pitching staff. The game was a thrilling one, and it will be remembered for a long time as one of the most exciting games of the season.>
