Shohei Ohtani hits 15th home run as power surge continues

Ohtani crushes 427-foot blast for fourth homer in six games.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 171 min read

Shohei Ohtani's 4th homer in his last 6 games 🔥 https://t.co/xUyh01t4Ak Via @MLB on X

What happened: Shohei Ohtani launched a 427-foot solo home run in the sixth inning to break a scoreless tie against the Tampa Bay Rays. The blast marks Ohtani's 15th home run of the season and his fourth in a six-game span.

Why it matters: The home run underscores Shohei Ohtani's dominance as he continues to lead the National League in multiple statistical categories. This offensive surge arrives while he simultaneously leads the league in ERA, further solidifying his status as the MVP favorite.

By the numbers: Ohtani's 15th home run traveled 427 feet with an 110.2 mph exit velocity. He currently leads the league with a 1.06 ERA and maintains a .302 batting average through June 17.

What to watch: Ohtani is scheduled to take the mound as the starting pitcher for the series finale against the Rays on Wednesday.

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