Shohei Ohtani led the American League in home runs last season. He has yet to hit his first home run for his new team. Nonetheless, the Dodgers lead the major leagues in home runs.
The Dodgers hit more home runs than any major league team besides the Atlanta Braves last season. Out: J.D. Martinez and David Peralta, who combined for 40 home runs last season. In: Ohtani and Teoscar Hernández, who combined for 70.
“I think we have more slug,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said.
The Dodgers certainly slugged the St.