Shohei Ohtani’s 50/50 : Shohei Ohtani captivated a cheering crowd at LoanDepot Park, delivering one of the most incredible performances in Major League Baseball history. As he rounded the bases after hitting his 50th home run, fans raised their phones and chanted “M-V-P!”—making Ohtani the first player ever to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season.
But the excitement didn’t end there. Ohtani’s record-breaking day saw him hit three homers and steal two bases in a thrilling 20-4 victory over the Miami Marlins, securing a playoff spot for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
“I almost cried, to be honest,” said Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas. “It was a lot of emotions because we witness everything that happens behind the scenes.”
Ohtani had an astonishing game, finishing 6 for 6 with 10 RBIs. He hit his 49th home run in the sixth inning, his 50th in the seventh, and his 51st in the ninth, becoming the first player to achieve such a feat. His 50th was a two-run shot to left field, and his 51st traveled 440 feet to right-center.
“It was something I wanted to get over as quickly as possible, and it’s something I’m going to cherish for a very long time,” Ohtani said through an interpreter.
He entered the game with 48 homers and 49 stolen bases, quickly securing his 50th steal in the first inning. Ohtani’s performance broke the Dodgers’ franchise record for home runs, previously held by Shawn Green.
Veteran’s Reacted
Basketball star LeBron James echoed the crowd’s admiration, posting on X, “THIS GUY IS UNREAL!!!”
Ohtani’s 120 RBIs are second only to Aaron Judge’s 136, and he reached the 50-50 milestone in just 150 games. This season, he has been focused solely on hitting while recovering from elbow surgery.
Reflecting on his time at LoanDepot Park, Ohtani noted, “I’ve had some of the most memorable moments here, and this stadium has become one of my favorites.”
His success this season is even more remarkable considering he has been rehabilitating and playing exclusively as a designated hitter. Ohtani finished just a triple shy of the cycle in the game, contributing a run-scoring single and two doubles.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Ohtani’s work ethic, saying, “I see all the work he puts in. It’s not easy for him; he works harder than anybody.”
As the Dodgers gear up for the postseason—something Ohtani never experienced with the Angels—there’s a chance he could also claim National League MVP honors. If successful, this would mark his third MVP award, solidifying his status as one of baseball’s all-time greats.
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