Shohei Ohtani He is a unique player in modern baseball. It is not in vain that he recently signed a contract 700 million of dollars with Los Angeles Dodgers for the next 10 seasons, which makes him the athlete with the highest contract in history.
His value is assessed by his great work, both in the batter’s box and on the mound. That is why Major League Baseball (MLB) recognized him within his Ideal Team for the 2023 season, at the gala of All MLB Team held this Saturday the 16th in Las Vegas.
Ohtani was selected within the MLB First Team, both in the role of pitcher and designated hitter. His numbers warrant it.
He was leader of the American League in home runs by adding 44 in 135 games with Los Angeles Angels, his previous team. In addition, he left an average above .300 (.304). He drove in 95 runs, had 151 hits, including 26 doubles and 8 triples. As if his offensive power wasn’t enough, he also finished with 20 stolen bases.
While in his job as a starting pitcher he finished the season with a 10-5 record. He had a 3.14 ERA. In 23 starts he pitched 132.0 innings, struck out 167, walked 55 and allowed 50 runs.
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Shohei Ohtani has swept the All MLB galas
At the gala of All MLB to choose the most select of the season has been carried out since 2019. Since that date, Shey Ohtani It is the only one that has 6 presences.
First Team All MLB
2021: Designated hitter
2022: Starting pitcher
2023: Designated hitter and starting pitcher
Second Team All MLB
2021: Starting Pitcher
2022: Designated hitter
The Japanese crowned a great year 2023. It was Most valuable Player of the World Baseball Classicponchando a Mike Trout to give him his country’s third title. He then won his second MVP from American League. This time unanimously and he signed a historic contract in sports.
2023-12-17 18:12:51
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