Cubs complete sweep of slumping Dodgers as Ohtani's two homers go to waste in 7-6 loss

On August 5, 2026, at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois, the Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a 7-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs, completing a three-game sweep and marking the team's sixth consecutive defeat. This loss came despite two home runs from star player Shohei Ohtani and a five-run eighth inning, which nearly erased a six-run deficit.

Ohtani went 3 for 5 with two home runs and three RBIs, extending his hitting streak to nine games and recording his 24th multi-homer game. He also extended his hitting streak to nine games. However, despite Ohtani's individual performance, the Dodgers were unable to reverse their losing streak.

The game featured an exciting duel between Ohtani and Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, who each hit two home runs and contributed with four RBIs. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the competitive nature of the matchup, noting that Ohtani and Crow-Armstrong were "going toe-to-toe."

Earlier in the game, the Dodgers had a commanding lead of 7-1 heading into the eighth inning, with Max Muncy driving in three runs. However, Ohtani's powerful two-run home run to left-center and a subsequent two-run shot cut the Cubs' lead to one run. Despite a late rally, the Dodgers couldn't overcome the deficit and fell to the Cubs.

The loss also highlighted another injury concern for the Dodgers. Freddie Freeman was hit on the right hand by a pitch in the eighth inning but continued to bat before being removed as a precaution. X-rays were negative, and Roberts expects Freeman to be available for the upcoming crucial home series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Roberts emphasized the importance of winning the remaining games to stop the losing streak and build momentum for the rest of the season. He expressed optimism about the team's potential and the late offensive surge, stating that they need to "flush it" and perform at their best against another team playing for something.