""In terms of the hitting, it did help that I played in an atmosphere that was pretty intense and competitive. So the fact that I had to get things going earlier in the offseason, maybe, was the only thing that really affected my preparation. But I think it helped me more so than it hurt me, as I played in meaningful games in the World Baseball Classic.""
""Ohtani is now set to get a few more reps as a hitter when the Dodgers play the Los Angeles Angels in the annual Freeway Series this weekend. The two-way star is entering his third season with the Dodgers and has been nothing short of spectacular since signing his historic 10-year, $700 million contract.""
""In 2024, Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in the same season. He followed up that success by hitting a career-high 55 home runs last year en route to winning a third consecutive MVP Award.""
Shohei Ohtani participated in only three Cactus League games due to his commitment to Team Japan for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. He excelled as a designated hitter, achieving a .462 batting average with three home runs. Despite Team Japan's quarterfinal loss, Ohtani found the competitive atmosphere beneficial for his preparation. He is now gearing up for the regular season with the Dodgers, aiming for further success after a historic contract and impressive past seasons, including a record of 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in 2024.
Read at Dodger Blue
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