Shohei Ohtani’s two-way skills on display in shutout win over Padres

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Coverage diverges in the emphasis placed on Ohtani's performance. The New York Post highlighted Ohtani's "heroics" and emotional response post-game, framing the narrative around his personal impact on the team's success. In contrast, Yahoo…

May 21, 2026 · 3:28 AM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 40 views

Shohei Ohtani’s two-way skills on display in shutout win over Padres

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Shohei Ohtani showcased his exceptional two-way skills in a shutout victory against the San Diego Padres. He hit a leadoff home run and pitched five scoreless innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-0 win. This performance marks Ohtani's 21st leadoff home run as a Dodger, tying him for third in franchise history.

Key facts

▪The Dodgers won the game 4-0, securing the series against the Padres.
▪Ohtani hit his second leadoff home run of the season on the first pitch of the game.
▪He became the first starting pitcher to hit a leadoff home run on the first pitch in both the regular season and playoffs.

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▪ Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani delivers on mound and at plate in win over Padres — Japan Times
▪ Shohei Ohtani’s two-way heroics lift Dodgers to series win over Padres — California Post

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Publication time	Thu, 21 May 2026 03:28:23 +0000
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