Shohei Ohtani Sets New Career High with 55th Home Run for Dodgers
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Seattle, WA – Shohei Ohtani reached a new personal milestone on Sunday, hitting his 55th home run of the season against the Seattle Mariners, surpassing his previous best and establishing a new franchise record for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The solo shot, a 412-foot drive off left-handed pitcher Gabe Speier in the seventh inning, extended the Dodgers’ lead to 5-0.
OhtaniS Historic Season
This season marks a career high for Ohtani in home runs. He previously hit 46 home runs in 2021 while with the Los Angeles Angels, and 44 in 2023, his first season with the Dodgers. He also reached 100 RBIs for the third time in his career.
“His September has been fantastic,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. “The quality of his at-bats, you can see on the mound. It looks different right now. I’m not surprised that he surpassed his own mark, his own home run record. He’s had a tremendous season.” Performance on the Mound
Ohtani’s impressive performance isn’t limited to hitting. Following his recovery from elbow surgery, he has a 1-1 record with a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts. Roberts noted ohtani appears to be performing at his peak, a notably encouraging sign as the season progresses.
Looking Ahead
Ohtani’s continued success is a important boost for the Dodgers as they head towards the postseason. His ability to excel both at the plate and on the mound makes him a unique and invaluable asset to the team.
Key Takeaways:
* Shohei Ohtani hit his 55th home run of the season on September 29, 2024, setting a new career high and a Dodgers franchise record.
* Ohtani is also performing well as a pitcher, with a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts since returning from elbow surgery.
* Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes Ohtani is currently playing his best baseball.
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