Shohei Ohtani, the two-way superstar, has made a significant impact since joining the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite being in rehab for a major elbow surgery, Ohtani showcased his exceptional skills by becoming the first player to join baseball's 50-50 club, hitting 54 homers and stealing 59 bases in a season. He narrowly missed becoming the NL's first Triple Crown winner since 1937, leading in homers and RBIs while finishing second in batting average.
His contributions helped the Dodgers secure the best record in the majors and win the National League West title. Ohtani's desire to play in meaningful October games led him to sign a record $700 million contract with the Dodgers, providing the team with payroll flexibility and attracting Japanese sponsors.
