Ohtani Crushes 430-Foot Homer for Dodgers Amidst Challenges
April 5, 2024![Ohtani Crushes 430-Foot Homer for Dodgers Amidst Challenges](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/997ce018f7a8fd1719a19720d5d434bb54b666cd8c5247e7a1b184f7f2461d09b5dbdb3ef8a3533a3bd732c01aac8ee4bacfc054f2983dd71302e0f8b94ef2c9.jpg)
Shohei Ohtani hit his first home run of the season in a game against the Giants, contributing to the Dodgers' 5-4 victory.
The 430-foot home run was hit off Giants' lefty reliever Taylor Rogers in the seventh inning and served as an important insurance run.
Ohtani overcame early-season distractions, including a federal sports betting investigation and a slow start at the plate.
Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts provided support, helping Ohtani stay relaxed and adjust his swing.
The Dodgers have had a strong offensive start to the season, scoring five or more runs in each of their first nine games.
The home run marked Ohtani's 172nd of his career, and expectations remain high for his performance throughout his 10-year contract with the Dodgers.
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Los Angeles Times • Apr 4, 2024
For 'relieved' Shohei Ohtani, first home run carries weight - Los Angeles Times![Shohei Ohtani hits 430-foot shot for first Dodgers home run - ESPN](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/abf54e64d4ce0c48c6863d0f8b9ea1f61ed60e67f2fe9bf16675f93e07e7640f6f82cbf89dd30d7e2d5b087987ef480708956b1326c57d11d0e915a704132519.jpg)
ESPN • Apr 4, 2024
Shohei Ohtani hits 430-foot shot for first Dodgers home run - ESPN![WATCH: Shohei Ohtani hits first home run as a Dodger](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/d8164f95dae98af691fd5f649abf87a43a4080f33ede57305f7e037bf9a06923bdd025fc1a540f7db9620bcc116eac45a1e34746c366ec61eb95a36502c87973.jpg)
CBSSports.com • Apr 4, 2024
WATCH: Shohei Ohtani hits first home run as a Dodger![Shohei Ohtani hits first home run for Los Angeles Dodgers](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/894a91c3928c1dc847f87a0a1c109b0d6ede46176fed564915dbd74a39ae847eacb757555dbf83010d7bbd36eb554d6eb7b4662229fb0c1cec0614b035e5ed98.jpg)
FOX Sports • Apr 4, 2024
Shohei Ohtani hits first home run for Los Angeles Dodgers