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The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani celebrates after hitting a game-tying home run against the Rockies in the ninth inning in Los Angeles on Sunday.
BASEBALL
Sep 23, 2024
Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts homer in ninth to lift Dodgers to walk-off win
Ohtani, the favorite to become the first primary designated hitter to win an MVP award, had four hits with two stolen bases.
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a two-run home run in the fifth inning of Los Angeles' win over the Rockies at Dodger Stadium on Friday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 21, 2024
Shohei Ohtani hits 52nd homer as Dodgers down Rockies
The home run moved the slugger to just one behind the major league lead held by the Yankees' Aaron Judge.
Before Shohei Ohtani created the 50-50 club on Thursday, just two players in MLB history had hit 50 homers and stolen 50 bases in a season, but not in the same one.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 21, 2024
Others who had 50 steals or 50 homers admire Ohtani's feat
Before Shohei Ohtani created the 50-50 club on Thursday, just two players in MLB history had hit 50 homers and stolen 50 bases in a season, but not in the same one.
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani waves to fans in the crowd in Miami after he made history as the first player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in the same season.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 20, 2024
By the numbers: Ohtani's historic 50-50 achievement
By hitting 50 home runs and stealing 50 bases, Shohei Ohtani has become MLB’s first member of the 50-50 club. Here’s a quick run through some eye-popping stats.
Shohei Ohtani connects on his 50th home run of the season during the seventh inning against the Marlins in Miami on Thursday. Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to reach 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in the same season.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 20, 2024
Shohei Ohtani records baseball's first 50-50 season with huge night in Miami
Shohei Ohtani is the first player in MLB history to reach 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in the same season.
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani steals a base against the Marlins on Wednesday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 19, 2024
Ohtani says 'no pressure' as he closes in on 50-50 season
The Los Angeles Dodgers slugger has 48 home runs and 49 stolen bases so far this season, an MLB first.
Shohei Ohtani hits a two-run home run in the third inning of the Dodgers' loss to the Marlins on Tuesday in Miami.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 18, 2024
Ohtani hits 48th home run as he nears 50-50 mark
Ohtani, who ranks second in the majors with 48 stolen bases, did not add to his steal total.
Injured Angels outfielder Mike Trout in the dugout during a game against the Mets in August.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 18, 2024
Injured star Mike Trout acknowledges move from center field is possible
Mike Trout, working his way back from two knee surgeries, acknowledged that a move away from center field could be in his future.
The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani goes through his throwing routine before a game against the Rays at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 15, 2024
Dodgers manager leaves door slightly open for Shohei Ohtani to pitch in playoffs
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday that there is a slight possibility the 30-year-old star could be able to return in October from elbow surgery.
The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani celebrates in the dugout after hitting his 47th home run of the season during the first inning against the Cubs in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 12, 2024
Shohei Ohtani moves closer to 50-50 milestone as Dodgers beat Cubs
Ohtani's sixth leadoff homer of the season came on the fourth pitch of the game.
The burnt-out remains of a vehicle in Wrightwood, California, on Wednesday
WORLD
Sep 12, 2024
Los Angeles wildfire explodes overnight, engulfing homes
Three out-of-control blazes have erupted around Los Angeles.
Cubs starting pitcher Shota Imanaga throws during the seventh inning of Chicago's win over the Dodgers on Tuesday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 11, 2024
Dodgers' defensive meltdown carries Cubs to win
Shota Imanaga (13-3) kept Chicago in the game, allowing three runs on seven hits over seven innings. He struck out four without issuing a walk.
World Boxing president Boris van der Vorst at the Olympic Council of Asia general assembly in New Delhi on Sunday
MORE SPORTS / Boxing
Sep 10, 2024
World Boxing chief urges national federations to save Olympic dream
The IOC has warned boxing would miss the cut in Los Angeles if national federations failed to appoint a new global body.
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits his 45th home run of the season on Friday in a game against the Guardians at Dodger Stadium.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 7, 2024
Ohtani becomes first to hit 45 homers and steal 45 bases in a season
Ohtani, batting first as designated hitter, slammed his 45th homer of the season in the bottom of the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians.
Shohei Ohtani bats during his first game at Angel Stadium since signing with the Dodgers last offseason.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 4, 2024
Dodgers beat Angels as Ohtani returns to former home park
Ohtani played his first regular-season game at Angel Stadium since leaving the Angels in the offseason, going 1-for-4 in a Dodgers win.
Astros pitcher Yusei Kikuchi reacts during the sixth inning against the Royals in Houston on Saturday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 1, 2024
Yusei Kikuchi fans 12 as Astros beat Royals
The Astros improved to 6-0 behind Kikuchi.
Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani rounds the bases after hitting his 43rd home run of the season on Friday in Phoenix.
BASEBALL / MLB
Aug 31, 2024
Shohei Ohtani hits 43rd HR as Dodgers edge Diamondbacks
Ohtani also stole his 43rd base as he bids to become the first member of the 50-50 club.
Shohei Ohtani walks through the dugout with his dog Decoy before the Dodgers' game against the Orioles at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Aug 29, 2024
Shohei Ohtani signs exclusive trading card deal with Topps
Ohtani has had a nonexclusive relationship with Topps since 2018.
Some fans lined up for over seven hours for a chance to get a Shohei Ohtani bobblehead at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday.
BASEBALL / MLB
Aug 29, 2024
Fans line up hours before Dodgers game to get Shohei Ohtani bobblehead
Fans began arriving around noon for the night game against the Baltimore Orioles.
The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reacts after being doused with water after his walk-off grand slam against the Rays at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday.
BASEBALL / MLB / Sac Bunts
Aug 26, 2024
New 40-40 club member Shohei Ohtani has real shot at unprecedented 50-50 campaign
Ohtani has a chance to make even more history after reaching the 40-40 club.

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