Shohei Ohtani has returned as a two-way player for the Dodgers, leading the National League with 32 home runs and an OPS of .987 while maintaining a 1.00 ERA across nine innings. In 2024, he became the first exclusive designated hitter to receive unanimous MVP recognition, finishing with 54 home runs and 59 stolen bases. Hall of Famer John Smoltz believes if Ohtani focused solely on pitching, he would be the best pitcher in MLB. Ohtani has been exceptional since his return to the mound, throwing eight scoreless innings after a solid debut against the Padres.
Ohtani leads the National League with 32 home runs and an OPS of .987, and is also sporting a 1.00 ERA across nine innings this season.
Ohtani became the first exclusive DH to unanimously win an MVP award, finished the 2024 campaign with 54 home runs and 59 stolen bases.
John Smoltz believes Ohtani could be the best pitcher in Major League Baseball if he gave up hitting.
Ohtani hasn't given up a run since his first start against the San Diego Padres, tossing eight scoreless innings.
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