Shohei Ohtani

2024 - 9 - 20

Shohei Ohtani: The 50/50 Wonder That Even Leaves Unicorns Jealous!

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Shohei Ohtani makes MLB history by becoming the first player to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in a single season! Is he secretly a superhero? Find out more!

Shohei Ohtani has officially made history in Major League Baseball (MLB) by becoming the first player ever to reach the prestigious 50/50 milestone! On an electrifying Thursday night, while wearing the Los Angeles Dodgers jersey, Ohtani stole two bases AND crushed three home runs in a single game. This rollercoaster evening not only solidified his place in the history books but also kept baseball aficionados on the edge of their seats cheering for the Japanese superstar. The crowd couldn’t believe their eyes – it was if he had traded his bat for a magic wand!

Joining the exclusive 50/50 club means that Ohtani has hit over 50 home runs and stolen over 50 bases in a single season. Players often excel in one area -- towering home runs or nimble base stealing, but not both! Ohtani, however, is the unicorn of baseball, managing to conquer both realms. Previous records set by legendary players in these categories seem almost mundane in the shadow of Shohei's incredible achievements. Fans and commentators couldn't help but marvel, “This guy is unreal!” as he chased further glory.

Not only does Ohtani's accomplishment beckon fans, but it also attracted the talent of Sora, a talented shodo artist from Japan, who decided to honor this historic feat with a stunning piece of artwork. Using traditional Japanese calligraphy, Sora captured Ohtani’s spirit and the joyous moment for baseball lovers back home. The fusion of sports and art highlights how Ohtani has connected not just with the softball diamond but with cultures and communities worldwide, uniting them through passion and pride.

But hold onto your bats, because the fun doesn’t stop there! Did you know that just a year ago, Ohtani signed the richest contract in sports history? With stats like these, who wouldn’t want to pay this man top dollar? And lest we forget, the joy of Shohei Ohtani doesn't just lie in his own achievements; he’s inspiring a new generation of athletes, reminding them that breaking barriers isn’t just about talent but about passion, heart, and a sprinkle of magic!

Interesting Fact #1: Historically, only four players in MLB history have ever reached 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases in a season, making Ohtani's 50/50 milestone all the more mind-blowing!

Interesting Fact #2: The last player to achieve a 40-40 season was Alfonso Soriano in 2006, but Ohtani managed to exceed that by a staggering ten home runs. So if you ever wondered who might break the game, it’s clear now - it’s Shohei Ohtani!

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Shohei Ohtani first 50/50 player in major league history - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball history to reach the 50/50 club on Thursday by stealing two bases and hitting three home runs ...

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

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reacts after hitting his 50th home run of the season during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins ...

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Shohei Ohtani becomes the first major league player with 50 homers ... (Pique Newsmagazine)

MIAMI (AP) — Shohei Ohtani became the first major league player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season, with the Los Angeles Dodgers star going ...

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Ohtani swipes 50th and 51st bags, just 2 HRs shy of 50-50 season (MLB.com)

MIAMI --Shohei Ohtani is now halfway to making Major League history. In his pursuit of becoming the inaugural member of the 50-50 club, Ohtani, ...

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'This guy is unreal': Japanese superstar rewrites MLB history after ... (Fox Sports)

He added a little icing on the cake, too. Ohtani became the first MLB player to join the 50-50 club, swiping two bases and then crushing three homers for the ...

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Japanese artist honors Shohei Ohtani 50-50 milestone with native craft (NBC Southern California)

Sora, a talented Japanese shodo artist, is celebrating Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani's historic 50-50 season with a piece of art inspired by their homeland.

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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, becoming the inaugural member of the 50-50 club on Thursday ...

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Shohei Ohtani's historic night explained as Dodgers star becomes ... (ABC News)

Less than a year after signing the richest contract in sports history, Shohei Ohtani has done something no one has ever achieved.

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Shohei Ohtani becomes the first major league player to exceed 50 ... (Powell River Peak)

MIAMI (AP) — Shohei Ohtani became the first major league player to exceed 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season during the most spectacular game of a ...

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

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reacts after hitting his 50th home run of the season during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins ...

Shohei Ohtani surpasses 50-50 milestone in spectacular fashion ... (Corsicana Daily Sun)

Shohei Ohtani has become the first major league player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season. He did it by going deep three times and.

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Shohei Ohtani first 50/50 player in major league history - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball history to reach the 50/50 club on Thursday by stealing two bases and hitting three home runs ...

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

MIAMI (AP) — Shohei Ohtani looked up at a visiting crowd that turned out to cheer him and the Los Angeles Dodgers — and ended up getting to witness one of ...

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Shohei Ohtani reaches major league landmark (Irvine Times)

The Japanese superstar has become the first player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a major league season.

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

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reacts after hitting his 50th home run of the season during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins ...

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'I was waiting for this day': Japanese fans react as Shohei Ohtani ... (The Guardian)

Fans in Tokyo react after the baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani made history as the first Major League Baseball player to exceed 50 home runs and 50 stolen ...

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

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

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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 ...

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

By ALANIS THAMES, AP Sports Writer. MIAMI (AP) — Shohei Ohtani looked up at a visiting crowd that turned out to cheer him and the Los Angeles Dodgers — and ...

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

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani doesn't have his 50-50 home run ball. Neither does the Marlins fan who nearly caught it twice. Expert says it may be worth ...

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Shohei Ohtani becomes the first major league player with 50 homers ... (Pique Newsmagazine)

MIAMI (AP) — Shohei Ohtani became the first major league player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season, with the Los Angeles Dodgers star going ...

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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, 17-base ...

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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani at 52/52; record 14th game with HR, SB ... (ESPN Australia)

Shohei Ohtani record his 52nd homer and 52nd stolen base Friday night, breaking Rickey Henderson's major league record with his 14th game with at least one ...

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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 Had the Best Day Any Athlete Has Ever Had (GQ Magazine)

The charter member of baseball's 50/50 club, Shohei Ohtani turned a sleepy Thursday night game into one of the most memorable nights in sports history.

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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 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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