But after holding onto the lead in the National League West division all season, a recent rough stretch and an extra-innings loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday has pushed them to a new low. "Once again,

Following the walk-off loss to the Angels, Dodgers star first baseman Freddie Freeman expressed confidence in Ohtani and quipped about his teammates' all-around brilliance.

With the Los Angeles Dodgers in a rut heading into Wednesday's game against the Angels, first baseman Freddie Freeman is hoping Ohtani can come to the rescue. It has the potential to be a great day for L.A., with Ohtani starting on the mound in addition to his usual hitting responsibilities.

Dodgers star first baseman Freddie Freeman speaks on the team's struggles, as the Padres pull even with the champs in the NL West

The Los Angeles Dodgers have one of the best offenses in baseball, but they’ve also been in an extended slump as a group that has cost them a significant lead in the division race.

In response to the frustration, Roberts told Plunkett that he's at a loss to explain Betts' struggles. He attributed the issues to a combination of mechanical and mental setbacks. And Betts' future Hall of Fame teammate Freddie Freeman also chimed in on the latter explanation, urging the shortstop not to let frustrations get the best of him.