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Shohei Ohtani (born July 5, 1994) is a Japanese professional baseball designated hitter and pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). Nicknamed "Shotime", he has previously played in MLB for the Los Angeles Angels and in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters. Because of his contributions as a hitter and as a pitcher, which make him a rare two-way player, Ohtani's prime seasons have been considered among the greatest in baseball history, with some likening them to the early career of Babe Ruth. Considered early on as an elite two-way player, Ohtani was the first pick of the Fighters in the 2012 NPB draft. He played for the Fighters from 2013 through 2017 as a pitcher and an outfielder and won the 2016 Japan Series with them. The Fighters posted Ohtani to MLB after the 2017 season, and he signed with the Angels, soon winning the 2018 American League (AL) Rookie of the Year Award. Following an injury-plagued 2019 and 2020, Ohtani hit 46 home runs and struck out 156 batters en route to winning his first AL Most Valuable Player Award (MVP) in 2021. For his statistically unprecedented two-way season, Ohtani received the Commissioner's Historic Achievement Award. In 2022, he became the first player in the modern era to qualify for both the hitting and pitching leaderboards in one season, finishing third in the AL with 219 strikeouts as a pitcher. Ohtani won his second unanimous AL MVP in 2023, leading the AL with 44 home runs while recording 10 wins as a pitcher. He became the first player to win multiple unanimous MVPs and the first Japanese-born player to win a league home run title. After the 2023 season, Ohtani signed a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers, the largest contract in professional sports history at the time. Unable to pitch in 2024 while recovering from a second elbow injury, Ohtani played only as a DH for the Dodgers. He was unanimously named the 2024 National League (NL) MVP after becoming the first player in MLB history to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season and won the 2024 World Series in his first MLB postseason appearance. Ohtani returned to pitching in 2025 and set a Dodgers franchise record with 55 home runs in a season, winning his second consecutive NL MVP unanimously and becoming the only player to win multiple MVP awards in each league. He was named the 2025 NLCS MVP after hitting three home runs and pitching six shutout innings with 10 strikeouts in Game 4 en route to capturing back-to-back championships in the 2025 World Series. Since 2023, Ohtani's jerseys have sold more than any other player worldwide. Internationally, Ohtani represents Japan. At the 2023 World Baseball Classic, he led Team Japan to their third championship and was named the tournament's MVP. The 2023 final against the United States was one of the most-watched baseball games in history, culminating in Ohtani striking out Angels teammate and U.S. captain Mike Trout on
Shohei Otani hits for the third consecutive game in his 4th at-bat; the demoralized home base becomes enthusiastic again...The batting line is silent with only 2 hits and no points until the 7th inning - dmenu News Shohei Otani marks his 3rd consecutive hit in his 4th at-bat; a demoralized home base gets excited again...The batting line is silent with just 2 hits and no points until the 7th inning d Menu News
[MLB] ``Shohei Ohtani is a monster, really.'' Yelich reflects on his overwhelming postseason performance with ``3 home runs and 10 strikeouts in one game'' - dMenu News [MLB] ``Shohei Ohtani is a monster, really.'' Yelich reflects on his overwhelming postseason performance with ``3 home runs and 10 strikeouts in one game.'' d Menu News
I can't believe I was hit by a bullet for 174.6km and was still fine! Schlittler finally surpasses Ohtani and ranks first in ERA with 6 innings and 7K no runs - sportschosun.com I can't believe I was hit by a bullet for 174.6km and was still fine! Schlittler finally surpassed Ohtani, ranked first in ERA with 6 innings and 7K scoreless runs. sportschosun.com
Christian Yelich drops Babe Ruth truth bomb on Shohei Ohtani’s NLCS Game 4 greatness - Yahoo Sports Christian Yelich drops Babe Ruth truth bomb on Shohei Ohtani’s NLCS Game 4 greatness Yahoo Sports
Shohei Otani falls into a grounder in his second at-bat and has been out of action for the past two at-bats, with the team heading to the middle with a 5-run behind - dmenu News Shohei Otani falls into a grounder in his second at-bat and has been out of action for the past two at-bats. The team also heads to the middle with a 5-point lead. d Menu News
Is Shohei Ohtani the head of the Dodgers' public morals committee? Rushing poses with “mouth chuck” (Tokyo Sports Web) - Yahoo! News Is Shohei Ohtani the head of the Dodgers' public morals committee? Rushing poses with “mouth chuck” (Tokyo Sports Web) Yahoo! News
Is Shohei Ohtani the head of the Dodgers' public morals committee? ``Chuck your mouth'' pose after Lashing is involved in abusive language - East Sports Web Is Shohei Ohtani the head of the Dodgers' public morals committee? ``Chuck your mouth'' pose after lashing out during abusive language ``Tokyo Sports Web''
[Real-time News] Dodgers vs. Braves (Shohei Ohtani) | Videos, Results, Highlights | MLB 2026 (5.10) - sportingnews.com [Real-time breaking news] Dodgers vs. Braves (Shohei Ohtani) | Video/Results/Highlights | MLB 2026 (5.10) sportingnews.com Shohei Otani V-hitting, 24th Cy Young Award sale shot, Manager Roberts ``Responsive to tomorrow's Shohei'' d Menu News The Japanese trio of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Aki Sasaki will start on the same card again starting in the first game of the Giants' four-game series (Nikkan Sports) Yahoo! News
"It's going to go up around May or June."..."Sanmoni" Kazuo Matsui predicts Shohei Otani's "batting" (Sports Hochi) - Yahoo! News “It will rise from around May or June”… “Sanmoni” Kazuo Matsui predicts regarding Shohei Otani’s “batting” (Sports Hochi) Yahoo! News
“It will rise from around May or June”… “Sanmoni” Kazuo Matsui predicts Shohei Otani’s “batting” - Plame Portal “It will go up around May or June”… “Sanmoni” Kazuo Matsui predicts regarding Shohei Otani’s “batting” Plame Portal
Kim Hye-seong returns to the starting lineup! Dodgers reveal lineup for ATL game, including Ohtani-Freeman... 'NLCS Preview' Strider's fastball head-to-head match in big match → Snell also makes his first mound of the season - Nate Kim Hye-seong returns to the starting lineup! Dodgers reveal lineup for ATL game, including Ohtani-Freeman... 'NLCS Preview' Strider fastball head-to-head match in big match → Snell also makes his first mound of the season Nate
The Japanese trio of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Aki Sasaki will start on the same card again, starting with the first game of the Giants' four-game series - d Menu News The Japanese trio of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Aki Sasaki will start on the same card again from the first game of the Giants' four-game series d Menu News
[Breaking News] Dodgers' Shohei Otani will play as "No. 1/DH" against Strider, a right-hander with 20 wins in 23 years - Sun Sports [Breaking News] Dodgers' Shohei Otani plays as "No. 1/DH" against right-handed striker, 23 years, 20 wins, Sanspo
Dodgers' Shohei Otani hits the final hit from former CY Award left-hander! Contributed to consecutive wins with timely hits in two consecutive games as he recovered and won first in the divisional lead showdown with the Braves - BASEBALL KING Dodgers' Shohei Otani hits the final hit from former CY Award left-hander! Contributed to consecutive wins with timely hits in 2 consecutive games as he recovered and won first place in the divisional lead showdown with the Braves BASEBALL KING
Shohei Ohtani will make HR for the first time in 9 games? Announcement of the starting lineup... Snell returns and starts for the first time this season - au Web Portal Will Shohei Otani make HR for the first time in 9 games? Announcement of starting lineup...Snell returns and starts for the first time this season au Web Portal
Shohei Otani "No. 1/DH"...Is No. 7 available for the first time in 9 games? Signs of recovery. Plays against good right-handed strider. 20 wins, 281 strikeouts in 23 years. Returns from Snell IL - Yahoo! News Shohei Otani "No. 1/DH"...Is No. 7 available for the first time in 9 games? Signs of recovery. Plays against good right-handed strider. 23 years, 20 wins, 281 strikeouts. Returns from Snell IL Yahoo! News [Real-time breaking news] Dodgers vs. Braves (Shohei Ohtani) | Video/Results/Highlights | MLB 2026 (5.10) sportingnews.com Shohei Otani strikes out in his first at-bat. Will he hit his 7th home run of the season? d Menu News
[MLB] Shohei Otani “No. 1/DH”…Is No. 7 available for the first time in 9 games? Signs of recovery. Plays against good right-handed striker. 23 years, 20 wins, 281 strikeouts. Returns from Snell IL - Sun Sports [MLB] Shohei Otani "No. 1/DH"...Is No. 7 available for the first time in 9 games? Signs of recovery. Plays against good right-handed striker. 23 years, 20 wins, 281 strikeouts. Returns from Snell IL.
Shohei Ohtani will make HR for the first time in 9 games? Announcement of the starting lineup... Snell returns and starts for the first time this season - full-count.jp Will Shohei Ohtani make HR for the first time in 9 games? Announcement of the starting lineup... Snell returns & starts for the first time this season full-count.jp
The savior of Ritsumeikan University is a first-year student from Seiryo, and even Tomomasa has failed... Shohei Otani's astonishing 2,600 revolutions per minute - au Web Portal The savior of Ritsumeikan University is a first-year student from Seiryo, and even Tomomasa has failed... Shohei Otani's astonishing 2,600 revolutions per minute au Web Portal
[MLB] Shohei Otani will be pitching for the second time in a row against the Giants on the 14th, 7 days into the next game. Roki → Yoshinobu → Otani "Relay" Glasnow will resume throwing soon - Sun Sports [MLB] Shohei Otani, 7 days into the next game, 14th against the Giants, pitches exclusively for the second consecutive time Aki → Yoshinobu → Otani "Relay" Glasnow will resume slowing soon Sun Sports
Is Shohei Otani in a slump? "One home run in 20 games" is not his worst, but... (Natsuki Une) - Expert - Yahoo! News Is Shohei Otani in a slump? "One home run in 20 games" is not his worst, but... (Natsuki Une) - Expert Yahoo! News
Shohei Ohtani congratulates Dodgers on being MVP of the pitching/batting month ``The perfect Shohei Otani has arrived!!'' ``This year, he's going all in on the pitcher'' - au Web Portal Shohei Otani congratulates Dodgers on being MVP of the pitching/batting month ``The perfect Shohei Otani has arrived!!'' ``This year, I'm going all in on the pitcher'' au Web Portal
Shohei Otani's influence as a "barrier" to Murakami Fever The current state of the Japanese market as revealed by a W Sox executive: "It's not easy. The Dodgers are becoming the national team" (CoCoKARAnext) - Yahoo! News Shohei Otani's influence as a "barrier" to Murakami Fever The current state of the Japanese market revealed by a W Sox executive: "It's not easy. The Dodgers are becoming the national team" (CoCoKARAnext) Yahoo! News
Shohei Ohtani's influence as a "barrier" to Murakami Fever The current situation in the Japanese market revealed by a W Sox executive: "It's not easy. The Dodgers have become the national team" - Sports Bull Shohei Otani's influence as a "barrier" to Murakami Fever The current state of the Japanese market revealed by a W Sox executive: "It's not easy. The Dodgers have become the national team." Sports Bull
[MLB] Does his face look exactly like Shohei Otani? Yankees prospects are a hot topic... There is not a day that goes by that I don't see Otani's face as he is used as a poster for many major Japanese companies, and he is extremely well known in the MLB as he has been named league MVP four times. Outfielder Spencer Jones (24) is said to be exactly like that unicorn. Boasting a good physique of 201 cm and 109 kg, he made his major league debut against the Brewers on the 8th (9th Japan time).
[May 11] Dodgers vs. Braves terrestrial TV broadcast/online distribution... The 2026 MLB (Major League) regular season will be held on Monday, May 11th, Japan time. The Atlanta Braves will face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers, whose teams include Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Aki Sasaki.
Shohei Otani had a good sound until his third at-bat... He struck out 2 before his strong arm was on the verge of a full recovery... In his second at-bat against the Astros on the 6th (7th), Otani recorded a double that ended his streak of no-hitter in consecutive at-bats, which was his worst ever, at ``25''. He marked his 10th multi-hit in six games in the same game, and in the previous day's game against the Braves on the 8th (9th), with the score 1-1, in the 5th inning with two out and two on second base, he made the final hit from the 2024 Cy Young Award-winning left-handed pitcher Sale to right field. Although he had one hit in four at-bats, he showed his characteristic competitive strength.
Shohei Ohtani struck out 3 pitches, struggled hard against Strider's pitching technique, no hit until 3 at-bats... ``Dodgers-Braves'' (9th, Los Angeles) Dodgers pitcher Shohei Otani started as ``No. 1/DH'' and struck out three pitches in his third at-bat of the sixth inning. Third battle with the right-hand man, Strider. His timing was off due to the curve of the first pitch, and he missed. He also missed the second changeup and was forced into a corner. Otani missed his turn at bat and took a pause. In the end, he hit a four-seam with a high inside corner and struck out. A three-pitch strikeout is rare, but it was a breakthrough...
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``It's going to go up around May or June''...Shohei Otani's ``batting''... Former Seibu manager Kazuo Matsui appeared live on TBS's ``Sunday Morning'' (Sundays, 8 a.m.) on the 10th. The program reported that Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani started against the enemy Astros on the 5th (6th Japan time) and pitched well, throwing 89 pitches and allowing 4 hits, 2 runs, and 8 strikeouts in 7 innings, but suffered his second loss (2 wins).
The Japanese trio of Shohei Otani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Aki Sasaki play the same card again... The Dodgers have reorganized their starting rotation, and the Japanese trio will start for three consecutive days starting in the first game in the next four games against the Giants. Adjustment was delayed due to left shoulder fatigue... - Nikkan Sports Newspaper's news site, Nikkan Sports.com (nikkansports.com)...
Shohei Otani ``No. 1 DH'' Starting left-handed pitcher Snell, who was out from the start, makes his first pitch of the season <Dodgers - Braves> ◇9th (10th Japan time) ◇Dodger Stadium Dodgers pitcher Shohei Otani (31) will play as ``No. 1 DH'' in the home game against the Braves. He is hitting in two consecutive games, and has a batting average of .248 this season, six home runs, 16 RBIs, and an OPS of .822.If No. 7 comes out, it will be his first time as a batter in nine games since April 26th against the Cubs. [Illustration] Dodgers starting lineup The Braves' starting lineup has the title of having the most wins and the most strikeouts in 23 years...
Shohei Otani ``No. 1 DH'' Teo, who has a batting average of .100 in the last 15 games, is ``demoted'' to No. 7 28.5 billion yen... “Dodgers-Braves” (9th, Los Angeles) Both teams announce their lineups. Pitcher Shohei Ohtani will play as the ``No. 1 designated hitter,'' and pitcher Blake Snell will take the mound for the first time this season after returning from a left shoulder injury. Outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, who has a batting average of .192 in the last 15 games, has been moved down to seventh in the batting order.
Riki Sasaki starts the game against the Giants on the 12th, and Yushin Yamamoto and Shohei Ohtani take over the board in the same series. ▲Yamamoto Yunobu, Ohtani Shohei, and Sasaki Ruki. (Photo/Dazhi Image/Associated Press) Reporter Yang Shufan/Comprehensive Report The three-man gang of Dodger Japanese pitchers will take over the plate in the same series. Head coach Dave Roberts said in a pre-game interview on the 10th (Taiwan time) that Riki Sasaki will start the first of four consecutive home games against the Giants on the 12th, followed by Yunobu Yamamoto and Shohei Ohtani in sequence. This is the third time three Japanese pitchers have started in the same series after three consecutive games against the Guardians from March 31 to April 2. Riki Sasaki was originally scheduled to play against the Warriors on the 10th...
Shohei Ohtani V-hitters win 2024 Cy Young Award, Manager Roberts says, ``We'll respond well to tomorrow's Shohei'' (Daily Sports) - Yahoo! News Shohei Ohtani V-hitters win 2024 Cy Young Award, manager Roberts says, ``We'll respond well to tomorrow's Shohei'' (Daily Sports) Yahoo! News Shohei Ohtani wins Sale by improving his approach - 24th Cy Young Award winning hit from left arm (Nikkan Sports) Yahoo! News MLB's Shohei Otani, one of the world's best left-handed killers, won the final hit from the CY Award for being "prepared for a hit by a pitch" and "couldn't be more troublesome". batting average against the left in 16 years. 199, 19 hit home plate d Menu News
Dodgers trade Shohei Ohtani to backup fielder who is ``pushed out of the frame''... - Mynavi News ``Pushed out of frame'' Dodgers trade Shohei Ohtani to backup fielder... My Navi News
Will Shohei Otani play No. 7 as No. 1 DH against the Braves for the first time in 9 games? / Breaking news Dodgers pitcher Shohei Otani will start as the No. 1 DH. Will No. 7 appear as a batter for the first time in nine games? The game is scheduled to start at 10:10 a.m. Dodgers Shohei Otani 2026 All Homes... - Nikkan Sports Newspaper's news site, Nikkan Sports.com (nikkansports.com)...
Will Shohei Otani play No. 7 as No. 1 DH against the Braves for the first time in 9 games? / Breaking news Dodgers pitcher Shohei Otani will start as the No. 1 DH. Will No. 7 appear as a batter for the first time in nine games? The game is scheduled to start at 10:10 a.m. Dodgers Shohei Otani 2026 All Homes... - Nikkan Sports Newspaper's news site, Nikkan Sports.com (nikkansports.com)...
Shohei Ohtani will make HR for the first time in 9 games? Announcement of starting lineup...Snell returns... Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani will play as the No. 1 designated hitter in the team's home game against the Braves on the 9th (10th Japan time). Pitcher Blake Snell will be on the starting mound after returning from the IL (injured list). In the same game the previous day, Otani hit the winning hit in the fifth inning off Sale, a left-handed Cy Young Award winner, making it his second consecutive hit. On the other hand, he has not hit a home run in 8 games. The Braves will start with Strider, who won 20 games in 2023. This is his second appearance this season...
Dodgers News: Ohtani Interpreter Will Ireton Profiled by CBS News - DodgersBeat Dodgers News: Ohtani Interpreter Will Ireton Profiled by CBS News DodgersBeat
Win over Braves shows Dodgers are still team to beat in October - New York Post Win over Braves shows Dodgers are still team to beat in October New York Post
Dodgers, Freddie Freeman finally get to Braves' Chris Sale - Yahoo Sports Dodgers, Freddie Freeman finally get to Braves' Chris Sale Yahoo Sports
Dodgers, Freddie Freeman finally get to Braves' Chris Sale - Yahoo Sports Canada Dodgers, Freddie Freeman finally get to Braves' Chris Sale Yahoo Sports Canada
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Named Heavy MVP Favorite By MLB Experts Currently, Ohtani has won three straight MVP awards, with one coming from the American League while with the Los Angeles Angels. The other two have been with the Dodgers, and he is again being viewed as the favorite to win the honor this year. MLB.com did a survey with 40 experts, and Ohtani came in first place with 28 of the 40 votes.
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani named heavy MVP favorite by MLB experts Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani once again is favored to win the MVP award in the National League this year.
Dodgers, Freddie Freeman finally get to Braves' Chris Sale Dodgers, Freddie Freeman finally get to Braves' Chris Sale originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. When Shohei Ohtani, walked into the batter's box Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers ' two-way star anticipated what he would face from Atlanta Braves starter Chris Sale.
Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Overtakes Hideo Nomo in Dodger Record Books - DodgersBeat Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Overtakes Hideo Nomo in Dodger Record Books DodgersBeat
Freeman, Ohtani lead Dodgers past Sale and Braves - TSN Freeman, Ohtani lead Dodgers past Sale and Braves TSN
Dodgers 3-1 Braves (May 8, 2026) Game Recap - ESPN Dodgers 3-1 Braves (May 8, 2026) Game Recap ESPN
Freeman, Ohtani lead Dodgers past Sale and Braves 3-1 in National League showdown - Leader-Telegram Freeman, Ohtani lead Dodgers past Sale and Braves 3-1 in National League showdown Leader-Telegram
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