Ohtani Smashes Matsui's MLB Home Run Record for Japanese Players
April 21, 2024
Shohei Ohtani surpassed Hideki Matsui's record for most homers by a Japanese-born player in MLB with his 176th career homer.
Ohtani achieved the milestone in nearly half the plate appearances it took Matsui, doing so in 2,979 compared to Matsui's 5,066.
In addition to his home run record, Ohtani currently leads the league in doubles, extra-base hits, and total bases.
Dave Roberts, Ohtani's manager who also has roots in Japan, has contributed seven homers to the Dodgers.
The Los Angeles Dodgers broke their losing streak by defeating the New York Mets 10-0, led by Tyler Glasnow's strong pitching performance.
The Dodgers' victory also ended the Mets' six-game winning streak and marked their second shutout of the season.
Rookie Andy Pages hit his first career homer during the game's pivotal eight-run fifth inning.
Mets' Adrian Houser struggled, surrendering seven runs, while the Dodgers' pitching kept the Mets' offense in check throughout the game.
The Mets faced further challenges with LHP Brooks Raley entering the injured list, while the Dodgers plan another rehab appearance for RHP Walker Buehler.
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ESPN • Apr 21, 2024
Ohtani breaks Matsui's record for MLB HRs by Japanese-born player - ESPN
CBSSports.com • Apr 21, 2024
WATCH: Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani breaks Hideki Matsui's home run record for Japanese-born players