Shohei Ohtani is a Japanese professional baseball player who plays for Major League Baseball (MLB)'s Los Angeles Dodgers. He has played for the Los Angeles Angels in Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Initially regarded as a top two-way talent, Ohtani was selected first overall by the Fighters in the 2012 NPB draft. He won the 2016 Japan Series with the Fighters, where he pitched and played outfield from 2013 to 2017. Following the 2017 season, Ohtani was sent to Major League Baseball (MLB) by the Fighters and signed with the Angels, where he quickly won the 2018 American League (AL) Rookie of the Year Award.
As of October 2025, Ohtani's MLB career accomplishments include the following awards and honors: 5× World Series champion (2024), All-Star (2021–2025), AL Rookie of the Year (2018), 5× All-MLB First Team (2021–2024), 3× MVP (2021, 2023, 2024), NL RBI leader (2024), 50–50 club (2024), Commissioner's Historic Achievement Award (2021), 3× Silver Slugger Award (2021, 2023, 2024), 2× Hank Aaron Award (2023, 2024), and 2× Home Run Leader (2023, 2024).
What is a Grand Slam in Baseball?
When runners occupy the first, second, and third bases, a grand slam is a home run hit that results in four runs scored, one for the batter and one for each runner. It is one of the most important moments in a game and frequently causes a major change in momentum. It is also the most runs that may be scored in a single play.
Shohei Ohtani Grand Slams
Shohei Ohtani has achieved three grand slams in his career in MLB as of October 2025, according to Stat Muse. All the Grand Slams achieved by Ohtani have come against the Tampa Bay Rays.
First Grand Slam
In 2022 against the Tampa Bay Rays, Ohtani hit two home runs for the second time that season and the eighth time in his career. He also surpassed Ichiro Suzuki for the most home runs by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball history. This was first grand slam for Ohtani in his professional career, which included both MLB and the NPB.
Second Grand Slam
In 2023, Shohei Ohtani's second career grand slam was served by Erasmo Ramírez. This was Ohtani's final grand slam as a member of the Los Angeles Angels before joining the Dodgers in 2024.
Third Grand Slam
Shohei Ohtani broke into the 40/40 club in 2024 with a bang. In the bottom of the ninth inning, he hit a walk-off grand slam to reach 40 home runs for the season, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 7-3. Ohtani stole second base during Freddie Freeman's at-bat earlier in the game after leading off the fourth inning with an infield single. He then swiped his 40th base.
During his 126th game of the season, he achieved the coveted 40/40 record in the quickest time in major league history. In 2006, Alfonso Soriano played 147 games for the Washington Nationals and ended 40/40, setting the previous record.
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FAQs on Shohei Ohtani
A. Yes, Shohei Ohtani won the World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024.
A. Shohei Ohtani is 31 years old as of October 2025.
A. Shohei Ohtani is presently in his eighth MLB season as of 2025.
A. Yes, Shohei Ohtani is a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB.
A. 2018 was the rookie year for Shohei Ohtani in MLB.
