What happened: Shohei Ohtani turned 32 on Sunday after nine years in the Majors. His résumé includes four MVP awards, six All-Star selections and two World Series championships.
Why it matters: The milestone highlights Ohtani’s sustained two-way impact and place among baseball’s most decorated active players. He remains a central figure for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2026.
By the numbers: Ohtani’s listed honors: four MVP awards, six All-Star selections, four Silver Slugger awards, two World Series titles and the AL Rookie of the Year award across nine MLB seasons.
What to watch: Ohtani’s performance and pursuit of further honors will remain in focus through the rest of the 2026 season.