Dodgers bullpen melts down late as Ketel Marte hits walk-off homer for Dbacks
The Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a late-game collapse against the Arizona Diamondbacks, losing 3-2 after leading by two runs. Ketel Marte hit a walk-off home run in the ninth inning, capping off a bullpen meltdown for the Dodgers. Max Muncy was injured in a collision at first base earlier in the game, but the Dodgers initially capitalized on his effort to take the lead.
- ▪The Dodgers led 2-0 entering the eighth inning before allowing three runs.
- ▪Ketel Marte hit a walk-off home run that traveled 431 feet at 113 mph.
- ▪Max Muncy was injured in a collision at first base but contributed to the Dodgers' scoring effort.
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MLB Dodgers bullpen melts down late as Ketel Marte hits walk-off homer for Dbacks By Jack Harris Published June 5, 2026, 12:30 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google PHOENIX –– There are no-doubters. And then there are the kind of thunderous swings Ketel Marte uncorked in the bottom of the ninth inning on Thursday night. After leading by two runs entering the eighth inning, the Dodgers got walked off by the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2 on Thursday night. The fatal blow: A first-pitch fastball from Tanner Scott that Marte absolutely crushed deep to left. The ball sailed 431 feet, leaving Marte’s bat at a scorching 113 mph. 7 Ketel Marte celebrates with teammates after hitting a walk-off home run.
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