"Shohei Ohtani 's historic Game 4 National League Championship Series home run ball went for sale at the price of $292,800 in December with Goldin Auctions. Los Angeles Dodgers fan David Flores turned down $2 million for the relic as he was the fan who secured the third and final home run of Ohtani's historic game. After the game in late October, Flores was approached by many with dozens of offers; however, he decided to take his chances elsewhere."
"The four-time MVP was spectacular, hitting three home runs and pitching six shutout innings with 10 strikeouts. Ohtani helped lead the Dodgers to a World Series berth and a sweep over the Brewers, who had the best record in the league in 2025. The Dodgers went on to win their ninth title in franchise history and secured a back-to-back, the first in a quarter-century. Ohtani is 2-for-2 thus far regarding titles in his Dodgers tenure and will"
"I heard the crowd [cheering], so I look up, and the ball is coming right to me. And I knew from me playing baseball it was going to come my way. I was going to play the rebound. That's how I caught the ball."
David Flores, a Los Angeles Dodgers fan, caught Shohei Ohtani's third and final home run from NLCS Game 4 but turned down a $2 million offer. The ball was later listed with Goldin Auctions for $292,800 in December. Flores said he was asleep when he heard the crack, looked up, and instinctively played the rebound to secure the ball. Flores reportedly wanted more money and preferred a buyer from Japan; the eventual purchaser remains unclear. Fans debated Flores's choice. Ohtani hit three home runs, pitched six shutout innings with 10 strikeouts, and helped the Dodgers win the World Series.
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