The Los Angeles Dodgers triumphed over the Chicago Cubs with a 4-1 victory in Tokyo, highlighted by a standout performance from Shohei Ohtani, who returned to Japan for the season opener. Ohtani delivered key hits, including a pivotal fifth-inning line drive and a crucial ninth-inning double, scoring two runs. Reflecting on his experience, Ohtani expressed nervousness playing in a visiting clubhouse for the first time but adapted well. Manager Dave Roberts noted Ohtani's emotional reaction during the Japanese national anthem, revealing the personal significance of the homecoming for the star.
Ohtani later admitted that playing in the visiting clubhouse for the first time raised unique challenges, but he managed to deliver a strong performance in the game.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts noted Ohtani's emotional response during the national anthem, indicating that playing in Japan brought out a different side of the athlete.
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