Shohei Ohtani
Active Player
Born: 7/5/1994 in Oshu, Iwate, Japan
MLB Debut: 2018-03-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Biography
Shohei Ohtani, born in 1994, is a remarkable two-way player in Major League Baseball, currently showcasing his immense talent with the Los Angeles Angels. Since making his MLB debut on March 29, 2018, Ohtani has carved out a niche that blends elite pitching with formidable hitting, a rarity in modern baseball. As a pitcher, he boasts a career record of 38-19 with a 3.01 ERA and has recorded 608 strikeouts, demonstrating his dominance on the mound. Ohtani is known for his electrifying fastball and devastating splitter, which have made him a standout in the league.
Ohtani’s accolades include multiple Rookie of the Month honors and being named the Rookie of the Year, reflecting his immediate impact upon entering the league. Additionally, he has earned four All-Star selections, further underscoring his significance in today's game. As the sport continues to evolve, Ohtani's unique ability to excel both as a pitcher and a hitter places him in a historic context, reminiscent of the early 20th century when players like Babe Ruth transcended traditional roles. With his ongoing career, Ohtani continues to inspire a new generation of players and fans, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 20 | 100 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 528.7 | 388 | 176 | 56 | 182 | 670 | 3.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LAA | AL | 4 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 51.7 | 38 | 19 | 22 | 63 | 3.31 | 759.5 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 37.80 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 9 | 2 | 23 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 130.3 | 98 | 46 | 44 | 156 | 3.18 | 2510.1 |
| 2022 | LAA | AL | 15 | 9 | 28 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 166.0 | 124 | 43 | 44 | 219 | 2.33 | 6724.1 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 10 | 5 | 23 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 132.0 | 85 | 46 | 55 | 167 | 3.14 | 1133.0 |
| 2025 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.0 | 40 | 15 | 9 | 62 | 2.87 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 875 | 3119 | 562 | 878 | 167 | 36 | 225 | 567 | 145 | 432 | 917 | 0.282 | 0.371 | 0.575 | 0.945 | 19276.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LAA | AL | 114 | 326 | 59 | 93 | 21 | 2 | 22 | 61 | 10 | 37 | 102 | 0.285 | 1685.2 |
| 2019 | LAA | AL | 106 | 384 | 51 | 110 | 20 | 5 | 18 | 62 | 12 | 33 | 110 | 0.286 | 834.8 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 46 | 153 | 23 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 24 | 7 | 22 | 50 | 0.190 | -288.0 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 158 | 537 | 103 | 138 | 26 | 8 | 46 | 100 | 26 | 96 | 189 | 0.257 | 3700.3 |
| 2022 | LAA | AL | 157 | 586 | 90 | 160 | 30 | 6 | 34 | 95 | 11 | 72 | 161 | 0.273 | 2818.8 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 135 | 497 | 102 | 151 | 26 | 8 | 44 | 95 | 20 | 91 | 143 | 0.304 | 4685.8 |
| 2024 | LAD | NL | 159 | 636 | 134 | 197 | 38 | 7 | 54 | 130 | 59 | 81 | 162 | 0.310 | 5839.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 61 | 14 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 22 | 0.230 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLDS2 | LAN | 5 | 20 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 0.200 |
| 2024 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 22 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 0.364 |
| 2024 | WS | LAN | 5 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.105 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 86 | 86 | 33 | 25 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LAA | P | 10 | 10 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | LAA | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAA | P | 23 | 23 | 11 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAA | OF | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | LAA | P | 28 | 28 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | LAA | P | 23 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 58 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 6 |
| Designated Hitter | 627 |
Awards & Honors
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 1st | 420.0 | 420 | 30 |
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 1st | 420.0 | 420 | 30 |
| 2022 | Cy Young Award | AL | 4th | 82.0 | 210 | 0 |
| 2022 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 2nd | 280.0 | 420 | 2 |
| 2021 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 1st | 420.0 | 420 | 30 |
| 2018 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 1st | 137.0 | 150 | 25 |