Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani has been awarded the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the fourth time in his career, adding another accolade to his resume.
Ohtani has tied the all-time award wins with Lance Armstrong, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods, and he broke his tie with Michael Jordan, who won it three times.
This year, Ohtani won his second World Series title and captured the National League MVP, his second time in so many years.
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The Japanese star both pitched and hit last season, marking a return to his two-way play. He pitched for the Dodgers throughout the postseason, even getting the nod for Game 7.
“Receiving this award multiple times is something truly special,” Ohtani said.
“Last year, I said I wanted to win this award again, and I will work hard so that I can win it again next year as well.”
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Ohtani hit .282/.392/.622 with 55 home runs and 102 RBIs, producing another stellar season offensively. He hit one more home run than he did in 2024, while also putting up a 2.87 ERA in 47 innings and 14 games.
He underwent UCL surgery towards the end of the 2023 season as a member of the Los Angeles Angels. Despite this setback, he managed to hit throughout the 2024 season, his first with the Dodgers. This past summer, he made a comeback to the mound, initially pitching short innings before gradually increasing his workload and closing out the season.
As long as he does not pick up an injury during the World Baseball Classic, he will start the season fully healthy with the Dodgers for the first time since signing over.
The Dodgers will be rolling him out as a regular starter next season, though he will be pitching on extended rest most likely to avoid any additional injuries from additional wear.
Los Angeles has three-peat hopes, and their aim is for October success, which means they will be managing everyone over the regular season, including their best player.
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All about Shohei, and the Blue crew setting up for the 3Peat…I’m ready already….my only question is I believe there was a report Shohei was pitching Left handed, fake news? I’ll sit back and wait for the answer and season to come. Go Blue…