Star player Shohei Ohtani is expected to top major league baseball in these important statistics in 2026.
FanGraphs’ recent Depth Charts projections suggest that Shohei Ohtani, the standout player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is on track to dominate Major League Baseball in 2026. He’s predicted to hit 48 home runs, collect 119 RBIs, score 129 runs, and achieve a slugging percentage of .599. With an OPS estimated at .983, he ranks […]
Ways the Dodgers plan to utilize Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher
Phoenix –– Electricity That’s the word that popped into Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing’s head when asked how Shohei Ohtani’s first live pitching session of the spring went from his perspective behind the plate. “He was nailing every pitch and getting the swings and misses he wanted. He looked really good today,” Rushing remarked. Ohtani has […]
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, four-time MVP, aims for the sought-after Cy Young Award
Shohei Ohtani’s Ambitious Goals for the Season PHOENIX — Shohei Ohtani has clear aspirations this season. He not only aims to secure a World Series title but also has his eyes set on winning the World Baseball Classic and, ideally, his first Cy Young Award. During the Dodgers’ first workout of the spring, Ohtani shared […]
Key Cactus League players to observe, including Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout
The baseball season is set to kick off next week as spring training gets underway in both the Cactus League and the Grapefruit League. This year, many of the premier free agents will be in Florida, but Arizona’s spring facilities will also host a variety of stars worth watching over the next couple of months. […]
Dodgers announce dates for popular Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaways
Baseball enthusiasts eager for Shohei Ohtani bobbleheads can now mark their calendars for when to show up at Dodger Stadium to snag these coveted collectibles. The Dodgers shared their promotional schedule for the 2026 season on Monday, revealing three special Ohtani giveaways. The first giveaway is set for April 10th, coinciding with the Dodgers’ matchup […]
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani will skip pitching for Japan in the WBC.
Ohtani Will Not Pitch in World Baseball Classic During Dodgerfest on Saturday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced that Shohei Ohtani will not be participating as a two-way player for Japan in the World Baseball Classic (WBC). Roberts mentioned, “He doesn’t plan on throwing in the WBC, but he’s going to strengthen his arm for the […]
Dodgers players Ohtani and Yamamoto to represent Japan in WBC
After clinching the World Series title, Shohei Ohtani is gearing up for another championship run this summer. At a press conference in Tokyo, Manager Hirokazu Ibata shared that Ohtani will be joining Dodgers teammate and current World Series MVP, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, on the Japanese national team for the upcoming World Baseball Classic. It’s worth noting […]
Historic Shohei Ohtani home run ball sold for surprisingly low amount
Shohei Ohtani’s famous home run ball, which many anticipated would sell for millions, concluded its auction at just $292,800. The ball, hit during his incredible Game 4 performance in the NLCS at Dodger Stadium in October, was auctioned off on a Wednesday night. It was initially expected to attract bids of at least $1 million, […]
Shohei Ohtani recognized as Male Athlete of the Year for the fourth time, tying the record
PASADENA, Calif. — Shohei Ohtani is making his mark among legends. The baseball sensation capped off 2025 by winning the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year award for the fourth time, placing him alongside legends such as Lance Armstrong, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods for the most honors among male recipients. “It’s really special […]
Former MLB star Eric Gagne: Shohei Ohtani and his Japanese teammates should compete in the WBC
Eric Gagne Highlights the Importance of the World Baseball Classic For Eric Gagne, participating in the World Baseball Classic is a gamble that’s worth taking. This former Dodgers closer expressed to the Post his hope that Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Roki Sasaki will pitch for Japan in March, despite concerns about the wear on […]