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Ohtani Homers on First Pitch, Then Pitches 5 Shutout Innings
SportsMay 21

Ohtani Homers on First Pitch, Then Pitches 5 Shutout Innings

Shohei Ohtani hit a home run on the very first pitch of the game, then took the mound and dominated for five innings as the Dodgers shut out the Padres 4-0. The rare two-way performance showcases why he's one of baseball's most electrifying talents.

Japan Today2 min read
Ohtani's Wild Little League Home Run Sparks Dodgers Rout
SportsMay 17

Ohtani's Wild Little League Home Run Sparks Dodgers Rout

Shohei Ohtani scored from first base after his hit bounced off protective netting and stayed in play at Angel Stadium. The bizarre play helped the Dodgers cruise to a 15-2 victory over the Angels.

Google News - Sports2 min read
Ohtani's Hustle Turns Wild Triple Into Dodgers Win
SportsMay 17

Ohtani's Hustle Turns Wild Triple Into Dodgers Win

Shohei Ohtani didn't stop running when a ball bounced off protective netting, racing all the way home for his first "Little League homer" in the majors. The heads-up baserunning sparked a 15-2 Dodgers victory and showed the superstar is back in top form.

MLB News2 min read
Ohtani Pitches 7 Scoreless Innings, Ends Dodgers' Skid
SportsMay 14

Ohtani Pitches 7 Scoreless Innings, Ends Dodgers' Skid

Shohei Ohtani dominated on the mound with seven shutout innings as the Dodgers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over the Giants. The two-way star struck out eight batters and now boasts a microscopic 0.82 ERA this season.

Japan Today2 min read
Shohei Ohtani Posts Historic Start as Dodgers Ace in 2025
SportsMay 6

Shohei Ohtani Posts Historic Start as Dodgers Ace in 2025

Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani is pitching better than ever as he finds the perfect balance between his dual roles. The Dodgers' strategic rest approach is unleashing a dominant ace who's rewriting the record books.

Google News - Sports2 min read
100-Year-Old Nagasaki Survivor Meets Shohei Ohtani
SportsApr 21

100-Year-Old Nagasaki Survivor Meets Shohei Ohtani

A century-old atomic bomb survivor's dream came true when baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani knelt before her at a Dodgers game. The touching moment brought tears to everyone watching.

Upworthy2 min read
100-Year-Old Nagasaki Survivor Meets Her Baseball Heroes
Global NewsApr 19

100-Year-Old Nagasaki Survivor Meets Her Baseball Heroes

Momoyo Nakamoto Kelley survived the atomic bomb in 1945, and at age 100, she just met the Japanese baseball stars she's watched for years. Her grandson made it happen at Coors Field, where Shohei Ohtani knelt down to shake her hand.

Google: survivor story3 min read
Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out 10 in Pitching-Only Showcase
SportsApr 16

Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out 10 in Pitching-Only Showcase

Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani proved he's still superhuman even when doing just one job, striking out 10 batters in a dominant pitching performance for the Dodgers. After getting hit by a pitch earlier this week, he focused solely on the mound and delivered his best outing of the season.

Japan Today2 min read
Ohtani Hits 45-Game On-Base Streak With Leadoff Homer
SportsApr 12

Ohtani Hits 45-Game On-Base Streak With Leadoff Homer

Shohei Ohtani launched a first-pitch home run Saturday and extended his on-base streak to 45 games, moving into fifth place in Dodgers franchise history. The milestone caps a red-hot run that began last August and now stands as the longest active streak in Major League Baseball.

MLB News3 min read
Ohtani Breaks Ichiro's Record With 44-Game On-Base Streak
Daily MixApr 11

Ohtani Breaks Ichiro's Record With 44-Game On-Base Streak

Shohei Ohtani just passed baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki for the longest on-base streak by a Japanese-born player, reaching base in 44 straight games. The Dodgers superstar continues rewriting history while leading the majors in the category that matters most: getting on base.

MLB News2 min read
8-Year-Old's Rainy Dream Comes True Thanks to Ohtani
SportsApr 6

8-Year-Old's Rainy Dream Comes True Thanks to Ohtani

When a family stood soaking in a downpour to watch Shohei Ohtani practice, the baseball star noticed and made sure their sacrifice wasn't in vain. What happened next turned a miserable rain delay into an unforgettable memory.

MLB News3 min read
Ohtani's First Homer Ignites Dodgers' 5-Homer Comeback Win
SportsApr 4

Ohtani's First Homer Ignites Dodgers' 5-Homer Comeback Win

Shohei Ohtani broke out of his early season slump with a three-run homer that sparked the Dodgers to a 13-6 victory and awakened their struggling offense. The blast triggered a five-home run explosion from a lineup that had been searching for its rhythm through the first week of the season.

MLB News2 min read
Dodgers Make MLB History with 3 Japanese Pitchers
SportsApr 2

Dodgers Make MLB History with 3 Japanese Pitchers

The Los Angeles Dodgers just became the first MLB team ever to start three Japanese-born pitchers in consecutive games. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Roki Sasaki, and Shohei Ohtani made history this week in a moment that celebrates baseball's growing global reach.

MLB News2 min read
Dodgers Celebrate Back-to-Back World Series Championships
SportsMar 28

Dodgers Celebrate Back-to-Back World Series Championships

The Los Angeles Dodgers made history by winning consecutive World Series titles for the first time in franchise history, celebrating with a dazzling ring ceremony before their home opener. Stars Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts received championship rings studded with diamonds and sapphires that tell the story of their 2025 victory.

Japan Today3 min read
Ohtani Returns to Miami Where He Made Baseball History
SportsMar 13

Ohtani Returns to Miami Where He Made Baseball History

Shohei Ohtani is back at Miami's loanDepot Park for the World Baseball Classic, the stadium where he achieved baseball's first 50-50 season and struck out Mike Trout to win Japan's 2023 championship. Now he's chasing another magical moment with Team Japan.

Japan Today2 min read
Czech Electrician Gets Ovation in Final Baseball Game
SportsMar 11

Czech Electrician Gets Ovation in Final Baseball Game

A full-time electrician from Czechia received a standing ovation from 40,000 Japanese fans in his final international baseball game after becoming a national hero for striking out superstar Shohei Ohtani. Ondrej Satoria pitched 4.2 scoreless innings against the world champions before returning to his day job.

Fox News Sports3 min read
Czech Electrician Who Struck Out Ohtani Retires from Baseball
SportsMar 10

Czech Electrician Who Struck Out Ohtani Retires from Baseball

An electrical worker from Czechia became a viral sensation after striking out baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani with an 80 mph changeup. Now Ondřej Satoria is retiring from international baseball to spend more time with his young son, leaving behind a legacy that helped put Czech baseball on the map.

MLB News3 min read
Japan Rallies Past Australia to Win World Baseball Classic Group
SportsMar 8

Japan Rallies Past Australia to Win World Baseball Classic Group

Defending champion Japan secured first place in their World Baseball Classic group with a thrilling comeback victory over Australia. Masataka Yoshida's seventh-inning home run sparked the rally that keeps Japan's title defense alive.

ESPN2 min read
Ohtani Powers Japan to Thrilling 8-6 Win Over South Korea
SportsMar 8

Ohtani Powers Japan to Thrilling 8-6 Win Over South Korea

Shohei Ohtani smashed his second home run in as many games as Japan rallied from three runs down to edge South Korea 8-6 at the World Baseball Classic in Tokyo. The nail-biting comeback victory brought the defending champions closer together and kept their perfect record intact.

Japan Today2 min read
Ohtani's Grand Slam Powers Japan to 13-0 WBC Victory
SportsMar 7

Ohtani's Grand Slam Powers Japan to 13-0 WBC Victory

Shohei Ohtani crushed a grand slam in Japan's World Baseball Classic opener, driving in five runs total as his team dominated Chinese Taipei 13-0 at the Tokyo Dome. The superstar's heroics delighted 42,000 fans and kicked off Japan's title defense with unforgettable fireworks.

Google News - Sports2 min read

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