Shohei Ohtani wrote his name in baseball’s record books on September 19. He became the first player in Major League Baseball to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in one season.
Shohei Ohtani Shines with Three Homers and 10 RBIs in Dodgers’ Dominant Win
During the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 20-4 win over the Miami Marlins, Ohtani put on a show. He smashed three home runs, swiped two bases, and brought in 10 runs. This stands out as one of the most remarkable single-game displays in the sport’s history.
Ohtani wrote his name in the history books by becoming the first player to join the 50-50 club. His incredible mix of power and speed had already put him in the 40-40 club earlier this year, but this new milestone took his career to another level. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts pointed out Ohtani’s modesty despite his huge achievements saying he is a player in a class by himself.
The big night kicked off with Ohtani smacking a double in his first turn at the plate, which paved the way for his 50th stolen base. As the game went on, he crushed his 50th homer then followed it up with two more pushing his season count to 51. Ohtani’s stellar performance did not just set a new Dodgers team record for homers in a season, it also played a part in locking up the team’s 12th straight trip to the postseason.
Ohtani’s Stunning Display Earns Praise from Dodgers and Marlins Players Alike
Players on both sides were amazed by Ohtani’s performance. Miguel Rojas, the Dodgers’ shortstop, felt moved by what he saw. He talked about how lucky he felt to watch such a great display. On the other side, Skip Schumaker, who manages the Marlins, decided not to walk Ohtani on purpose at a crucial point. He showed respect for Ohtani’s skills and said they chose to pitch to him out of respect for baseball itself…