What is Shohei Ohtani Height and Weight?

Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani. Source: Instagram @shoheiohtani


Shohei Ohtani is a two-way player in American baseball. Nicknamed “Shotime”, he plays for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. Shohei Ohtani was born on July 5, 1994 in Oshu, Iwate, Japan. He played for the Hokkaido-Nippon Ham Fighters in the NPB (Nippon Professional Baseball) and gained prominence by attracting the attention of several MLB teams before finally coming to the MLB. He made his MLB debut for the Los Angeles Angels on March 29, 2018. Since then, he became a three-time MLB All-Star player in 2021, 2022, and 2023. He also obtained several other achievements, including the Silver Slugger Award, AL MVP, AL Rookie of the Year, AP Athlete of the Year, and others. He is currently one of the best MLB players in recent times.


Ohtani has notched up an ERA (Earned Run Average) of 3.08 with 597 strikeouts in 470.1 innings pitched with a WHIP of 1.08 in pitching in his career. In his batting career, he has achieved a batting average of .273 with 166 home runs, 79 stolen bases, 423 RBI, .363 OBP, and .919 OPS. He has the potential to be a future MLB Hall of Famer if he continues with his excellent baseball-playing skills.


Shohei Ohtani’s Height

Shohei Ohtani is 6’4” in height.


Shohei Ohtani’s Weight

Shohei Ohtani weighs 210 lbs.


Shohei Ohtani’s Best Home Runs

Shohei Ohtani is called a two-way player in MLB because he is a designated hitter and a pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He has hit some of the most impressive home runs in his career. Here are some of the best home runs from Shohei Ohtani so far, as per mlb.com.

Shohei Ohtani vs Josh Tomlin

The Los Angeles Angels faced Cleveland Guardians on April 3, 2018. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Josh Tomlin in his first at-bat in the Angels Stadium, proving his doubters wrong. This was also the first home run by Shohei in his MLB career.

Shohei Ohtani vs Daniel Gossett

The Los Angeles Angels faced the Oakland Athletics on April 6, 2018. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Daniel Gossett with a speed of 112.4 mph. It reached 449 feet deep into the rocks at Angel Stadium. This was also Shohei’s first big home run in the MLB.

Shohei Ohtani vs Austin Bibens-Dirkx

The Los Angeles Angels faced the Texas Rangers on September 5, 2018. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Austin Bibens-Dirkx with a speed of 107.3 mph. It was also a 45-degree moonshot, making it the highest home run in Shohei’s MLB career.

Shohei Ohtani vs Dylan Cease

The Los Angeles Angels had a game against the Chicago White Sox on April 4, 2021. Shohei Ohtani hit a 115.2 mph home run off a 97 mph fastball from Dylan Cease. The home run reached 451 feet.

Shohei Ohtani vs Matt Barnes

This game was played between the Los Angeles Angels and the Boston Red Sox on May 16, 2021. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off a 97 mph fastball from Matt Barnes. The ball reached Pesky’s Pole in the right field line. Shohei scored a two-run home run with this.

Shohei Ohtani vs Kris Bubie

The Los Angeles Angels faced the Kansas City Royals on June 8, 2021. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Kris Bubie, which reached 470 feet. This was Shohei’s longest home run in his career so far.

Shoghei Ohtani vs Eduardo Rodriguez

This was a game between the Los Angeles Angels and Boston Red Sox on July 7, 2021. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Eduardo Rodriguez with a speed of 114.5 mph. It reached 433 feet to the right field. This was the 32nd home run by Shohei in the 2021 MLB season. With this, Ohtani broke Hideki “Godzilla” Matsui’s record of 31 home runs in 2004.

Shohei Ohtani vs Jose Cisnero

The Los Angeles Angels faced the Detroit Tigers on August 18, 2021. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Jose Cisnero with a speed of 110.1 mph. It reached 430 feet to the deep right field in Comerica Park.

Shohei Ohtani vs Adam Oller

This game was between the Los Angeles Angels and the Oakland Athletics on March 14, 2022. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Adam Oller. This was also his 100th home run in his MLB career.

Shohei Ohtani vs Calvin Faucher

The Los Angeles Angels faced the Tampa Bay Rays on May 9, 2022. Shohei Ohtani hit a home run off Calvin Faucher with an opposite-side slam in the Big A. It was Shohei’s first grand slam in his career.


FAQs

Q. How old is Shohei Ohtani?

A. Shohei Ohtani is currently 29 years old.

Q. What is Shohei Ohtani’s nickname?

A. Shohei Ohtani’s nickname is “Shotime.”

Q. How many home runs has Shohei Ohtani scored so far in his career?

A. Shohei Ohtani has scored 166 home runs so far in his career.

Q. How many strikeouts has Shohei Ohtani scored so far in his career?

A. Shohei Ohtani has scored 597 strikeouts in his career so far.

Q. Which team does Shohei Ohtani play for in the MLB?

A. Shohei Ohtani is set to play for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the MLB. 

App download animated image Get the free App now