Shohei Ohtani Sets New Home Run Record with the Dodgers
In a demonstration of unparalleled power, Shohei Ohtani continues to make his mark on baseball history. Last Sunday, the Japanese star hit his 55th home run of the season, setting a new personal record and surpassing his own mark with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The home run, an impressive 412-foot hit to center field, was connected against left-handed pitcher Gabe Speier of the Seattle Mariners. This solo hit extended Los Angeles’ lead to 5-0 in the seventh inning of a game that ultimately culminated in a 6-1 score in favor of the Dodgers. Last season, in his debut with the Dodgers, Ohtani recorded 54 home runs. His highest number of home runs in his six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels was 46, achieved in 2021. In addition to his impressive home run-hitting ability, 31-year-old Ohtani has driven in 102 runs, marking the third time he has reached 100 RBIs in his career. In the mound, the right-handed pitcher presents a 1-1 record with an ERA of 2.87 in 14 starts, after his return from elbow surgery. Manager Dave Roberts has expressed that Ohtani is playing his best baseball at the moment, which is particularly timely.His performance in September has been fantastic. The quality on the plate, you can see it in the mound. He has a different look right now. I’m not surprised he’s surpassed his own home run record. He’s had a tremendous season.
Dave Roberts, Manager
