Shohei Ohtani

2024 - 9 - 20

50 Homers and 50 Steals: Ohtani’s Historic Baseball Balancing Act!

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Shohei Ohtani just became the first MLB player to hit 50 home runs *and* steal 50 bases in the same season! 🎉 Find out why this Japanese star is the GOAT of baseball!

In a record-setting day that left fans buzzing and jaws dropped, Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani made history by becoming the first player in Major League Baseball (MLB) to join the exclusive 50-50 club. With an astounding feat of 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season, Ohtani has not only set a milestone but has also elevated the standard for what it means to be an all-around baseball superstar. On a day when he displayed his remarkable hitting prowess and blazing speed, baseball fans everywhere found it hard to believe their eyes.

Japan is overjoyed as their homegrown hero reaches these monumental milestones in the MLB. The pride in Ohtani is evident through the reactions from fans and media, all echoing accolades and celebrating this unprecedented achievement. His iconic performance makes all of Japan beam as they witness one of their own transcending the game with sheer talent and dedication. Fans across the globe are taking to social media to express their excitement, turning Ohtani’s record-breaking day into a viral sensation!

Not only did Ohtani set the bar high, but he also showcased an astonishing flair for the dramatic. Hitting his 49th homer in the sixth inning, followed soon after by his 50th in the seventh and 51st in the ninth, he left everyone wondering whether he had accidentally stumbled upon a cheat code! As the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched a spot in the playoffs, Ohtani’s incredible performance lifted the team and secured his name in the history books forever. It's fair to say that he’s not just playing baseball; he’s creating a legacy.

As fans reminisce about Ohtani’s record-setting season, they can’t help but appreciate his incredible skills and magnetic presence on the field. Did you know that Ohtani is also regarded as one of the best pitchers in the league? He’s a true two-way player, which is exceptionally rare in baseball and showcases his versatility. In addition, this August celebrated Ohtani’s 29th birthday, making his achievements even more remarkable as he moves into his 30s, still at the peak of his game!

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Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani becomes first player to join 50 ... (CNN)

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani etched his name in Major League Baseball history on Thursday, becoming the inaugural member of the 50-50 club ...

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11 stats and facts as amazing as Ohtani's record-setting day at the ... (MLB.com)

There is no more incredible baseball player than Shohei Ohtani. We knew this already, and yet, on Thursday, he reminded us of it once again.

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Japan in awe after Shohei Ohtani makes MLB history (INQUIRER.net)

Japan reacted with pride after Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases.

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Japan Celebrates Shohei Ohtani Making History in the MLB With 50 ... (TIME)

Ohtani became the first major leaguer with at least 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season, earning praise from his home country's fans, media, ...

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By the numbers: Ohtani's historic 50-50 achievement (The Japan Times)

By hitting 50 home runs and stealing 50 bases, Shohei Ohtani has become MLB's first member of the 50-50 club. Here's a quick run through some eye-popping ...

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Japan celebrates as Ohtani becomes the first major leaguer to reach ... (New Haven Register)

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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani becomes first in MLB history with 50 home ... (1330 WFIN)

Shohei Ohtani's first season in a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform is a memorable one as he made MLB history by becoming the first player to ever hit 50 home ...

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Did Shohei Ohtani just play the single greatest baseball game ever? (The Athletic)

They marveled not only at his latest milestone, becoming the first player to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in the same season. But they spoke with admiration ...

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Ohtani keeps showing a flair for the dramatic during his historic 1st ... (The Associated Press)

The Japanese superstar became the only player in major league history with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases, doing so with a slew of firsts. Ohtani had the ...

Shohei Ohtani becomes the first MLB player to top 50 homers and ... (Delaware First Media)

The LA Dodger's star hit his 49th homer in the sixth inning, his 50th in the seventh and his 51st in the ninth. He became the first big league player to hit ...

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Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani makes history with 50 ... (KETK | FOX51 | EastTexasMatters.com)

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has done something no major leaguer has ever done before: hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single ...

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MLB roundup: Shohei Ohtani makes history as Dodgers clinch playoffs (WTVB News)

Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to reach 50 home runs and 50 steals in the same season as his Los Angeles Dodgers clinched a playoff ...

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Who is Shohei Ohtani? Biography, Facts, Statistics, and Net Worth (Jagran Josh)

Discover Shohei Ohtani's impressive MLB career as a two-way player. Explore his biography, career statistics, achievements, and net worth in 2024.

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'Superhuman': Japan in awe after Shohei Ohtani makes MLB history (ABS-CBN News)

Japan reacted with incredulity and pride on Friday after Shohei Ohtani became the first player in Major League Baseball to record 50 home runs and 50.

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Sports world reacts to Shohei Ohtani's historic night creating MLB's ... (Yahoo Sports)

Ohtani hit three homers and drove in 10 RBI during the Dodgers' 20-4 win.

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Shohei Ohtani's latest extraordinary feat can hardly be believed (The Washington Post)

As Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball's 50-50 club, he couldn't keep his greatness simple.

Shohei Ohtani becomes the first MLB player to top 50 homers and ... (WNIJ and WNIU)

The LA Dodger's star hit his 49th homer in the sixth inning, his 50th in the seventh and his 51st in the ninth. He became the first big league player to hit ...

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Shohei Ohtani surpasses 50-50 milestone in spectacular fashion ... (wvua23.com)

as Ohtani rounded the bases after he cleared the fence for the 50th time, becoming the first major league player with at least 50 home runs and and 50 stolen ...

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Japan celebrates as Shohei Ohtani becomes first MLB player to ... (NBC Southern California)

Shohei Ohtani's historic accomplishment was met with extra editions of newspapers for fans to read on their way to work in his home country.

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Shohei Ohtani surpasses 50-50 milestone in spectacular fashion ... (Drgnews)

MIAMI (AP) - Shohei Ohtani looked up at a visiting crowd that turned out to cheer him and the Los Angeles Dodg...

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Shohei Ohtani surpases 50-50 milestone (Spectrum News 1)

Out of this world… one of one…the greatest baseball player of all time? Hyperbole doesn't do it justice anymore. Shohei Ohtani made his own club and now ...

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Shohei Ohtani 50-50 home run ball may be worth $500000, expert ... (Los Angeles Times)

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani reacts after hitting his 50th home run during the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins on Thursday in Miami. The Japanese player ...

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The Legend Of Shohei Ohtani Grows After Greatest Game In MLB ... (Forbes)

Shohei Ohtani, the NL MVP-in-waiting, had Thursday what fairly could be called the best offensive game in MLB history — six hits with three homers, ...

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How would the Blue Jays have done with Shohei Ohtani on their ... (Blue Jays Nation)

I'm sure you need no reminding of December 8th, 2023 — the Twitter-refreshing, plane-tracking, sushi-restaurant-monitoring of it all. The day Shohei Ohtani ...

Shohei Ohtani becomes the first MLB player to top 50 homers and ... (KLCC FM Public Radio)

LEILA FADEL, HOST: Los Angeles Dodgers megastar Shohei Ohtani did something last night that no Major League Baseball player has ever done.

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Shohei Ohtani book chronicling his journey to Dodgers on sale now (Los Angeles Times)

The Los Angeles Times' award-winning staff takes readers behind the scenes during baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani's journey from Japan to the Dodgers.

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After legendary game, Ohtani keeps going with 52/52 (MLB.com)

LOS ANGELES -- Shohei Ohtani got plenty of appreciation from the fans in Miami for his unfathomable 6-for-6, three-homer, 10-RBI, two-steal, ...

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Shohei Ohtani hits 52nd homer as Dodgers down Rockies (GMA News Online)

Shohei Ohtani hit a two-run home run to move one off the major league lead and the Dodgers rallied for a 6-4 victory Friday over the Colorado Rockies in the ...

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MLB: Ohtani fans celebrate his 50-50 feat (ABS-CBN News)

Tatsuya Kato, a 36-year-old visiting from Japan, watched Ohtani's record-breaking game from Los Angeles and couldn't help but feel proud.

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Baseball: Relentless Shohei Ohtani adds homer, stolen base to ... (Kyodo News Plus)

Shohei Ohtani had a home run and stolen base each to move up to 52-52 for the season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 6-4.

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Shohei Ohtani receives standing ovation after reaching 50-50, then ... (Yahoo Sports)

After reaching 50-50 and 51-51 in the same game, the Los Angeles Dodgers star inaugurated the 52-52 club with a homer and a steal against the Colorado Rockies.

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Shohei Ohtani's 50-50 is just the latest chapter in an extraordinary ... (CNN)

Ohtani celebrates hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins on Thursday. Marta Lavandier/AP. CNN —. It was perhaps ...

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Shohei Ohtani stays on a tear, setting another MLB record (INQUIRER.net)

Shohei Ohtani is at it again .The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar hit his 52nd home run and stole his 52nd base on Friday night in the MLB.

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Letters: Shohei Ohtani reaches another level of greatness (Los Angeles Times)

Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their opinions and thoughts on Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani, UCLA football, Rams injuries and more.

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Shohei Ohtani Praised as 'Lights out' by Dodgers' Roberts amid ... (Bleacher Report)

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Shohei Ohtani is first player in MLB history to earn 50-50 title (KUAR)

Baseball player Shohei Ohtani did something no MLB player has done before: scoring 50 homeruns and stealing 50 bases in a single season.

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