The Los Angeles Dodgers entered Tuesday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers on a four-game losing streak, but Shohei Ohtani quickly turned the momentum in their favor by leading off the game with a powerful home run. The shot traveled an impressive 431 feet, a distance tracked by Statcast, marking Ohtani’s 31st home run of the season.
Setting a New Standard in Dodgers’ History
Ohtani’s 31 home runs before the All-Star break established a new franchise record for the most home runs hit in the first half of the season. This feat stands out in Dodgers history, surpassing previous first-half totals recorded by players like Duke Snider, who hit 28 home runs in 83 games, and Gil Hodges, who hit 28 in just 77 games. The current game marked the Dodgers’ 93rd contest of the season, meaning the record was set well before the traditional midpoint of the 162-game schedule.
Significance of the Record and What Lies Ahead
In baseball terminology, the “first half” refers to all games played before the All-Star break, which does not always align exactly with the halfway mark of the season. Despite this, Ohtani’s achievement is official and adds to his growing legacy with the Dodgers. Breaking the team’s first-half home run record underscores his exceptional power and consistency and signals an exciting remainder of the campaign for both Ohtani and the Dodgers organization.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Shohei Ohtani the only 50/50?
A. Both he and Ohtani are the only Dodgers since 1901 to achieve this feat. Ohtani was the first in the 50-50 club, but he stood out even at 43-43. To understand the significance of 50-50, consider that Ohtani’s 51 home runs are the highest in a season with 50 steals in MLB history.
Q. Is Shohei Ohtani in the 50/50?
A. Shohei Ohtani hit home runs and joined the 50-50 club. With three home runs and two stolen bases, Ohtani delivered an incredible performance under important conditions.
Q. Does Shohei Ohtani have a 50/50?
A. Ohtani hit his tenth home run this year. He also has ten stolen bases so far. After forming the 50-50 club last year, he achieved 10-10 much quicker this season. In his first 34 games in 2024, the Dodgers’ designated hitter had eight home runs and seven stolen bases.