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In a stunning display of skill, Shohei Ohtani pitched six scoreless innings while hitting three home runs, leading the Dodgers to a commanding win over the Brewers in the NLCS. His performance earned him the MVP trophy, marking a significant moment in baseball history as he became the only player to accomplish such a feat multiple times. Ohtani’s extraordinary talents solidify his status among the greats in the sport.
Los Angeles – In a historic performance, Shohei Ohtani delivered a remarkable display of talent by pitching and hitting simultaneously during Game 4 of the National League Championship Series (NLCS) on October 17. Ohtani struck out 10 batters and pitched six scoreless innings, all while hitting three home runs to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers, sweeping the NLCS.
Ohtani’s extraordinary performance earned him the NLCS Most Valuable Player (MVP) trophy, becoming a pivotal figure in the Dodgers’ success this postseason. This victory marked the Dodgers’ second consecutive NL pennant, granting them a return trip to the World Series. The game attracted an audience of 52,883 fans at Dodger Stadium and was broadcast to millions across the United States and Japan.
Prior to Game 4, Ohtani had been struggling offensively, with a batting average of .103 over his previous seven games, hitting just 3-for-29 with one extra-base hit. However, his prowess was clearly on display as he broke out of his slump. His first home run of the game measured an impressive 446 feet, followed by a stunning 469-foot blast for his second. The three home runs achieved during this game represented only the 12th time in postseason history that a player has hit three home runs in a single game.
Ohtani became the first pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to lead off a game with a home run, showcasing his explosive offensive capabilities alongside his elite pitching skills. His pitching performance included two hits allowed, three walks, and, crucially, no runs, with many of his strikeouts involving pitches clocked over 100 mph. His signature splitter baffled Brewers hitters throughout the game.
This marked Ohtani’s second instance of striking out at least 10 batters while hitting two home runs in a single game, establishing him as the only player in Major League history to achieve such a feat more than once. His dual-threat capability continues to draw comparisons to the greatest players in baseball history, solidifying his place in the sport’s annals.
According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Ohtani’s performance is likely regarded as “probably the greatest postseason performance of all time.” The emphatic victory was a cause for celebration among Dodgers players, who recognized the significance of Ohtani’s contributions as they look towards their championship aspirations.
Prior to the game, Ohtani had engaged in an off-day batting practice session where he notably hit 14 home runs in just 32 swings, indicating his readiness to lift himself out of his recent slump. The combination of his performance on the mound and at the plate underscores an unprecedented dual-threat ability that has not been witnessed in modern baseball. The game and its outcomes reaffirm the unique skill set that has placed Ohtani among the elite players of the sport, distinguishing him as a formidable opponent on any given day.
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- MLB: Ohtani’s Historic NLCS Performance
- BBC Sport: Ohtani’s Performance in NLCS
- ESPN: Ohtani’s Two-Way Dominance
- LA Times: Ohtani’s Three Home Runs
- USA Today: Ohtani’s Best Games in NLCS
- Wikipedia: Shohei Ohtani
- Google Search: Shohei Ohtani NLCS 2025
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Shohei Ohtani
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