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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JULY 09: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels celebrates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run during the third inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on July 09, 2021 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JULY 09: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels celebrates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run during the third inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on July 09, 2021 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
Two-way players are hard to come by, and a phenom like Shohei Ohtani is a once-in-a-lifetime star. It is hard to put into words just how extraordinary his play is. The two-way phenom dominates both at the plate and on the mound, leading the MLB in home runs and ranking among the top five in strikeouts. Addressing the LA Angles star’s phenomenal performances on the field, a Boston Red Sox legend lauded Ohtani, using himself and one of his iconic teammates as a comparison.
This fantastic play from the two-way superstar has led the Angels to second place in the AL West. Furthermore, they look set for a playoff berth at the moment. Certainly, this Red Sox legend?s comments align with what many experts and insiders say.
Red Sox legend David Ortiz lauds Shohei Ohtani for his two-way prowess
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There are almost no players that have achieved what Shohei Ohtani is currently pulling off. The Angels? superstar has almost single-handedly carried the team to second place in the NL West. Most recently, Red Sox legend David Ortiz marveled at Ohtani?s play. He said it would be hard to explain other than by saying that he had David Ortiz and Pedro Martinez in one body. The Hall of Famer was truly in awe of the Sho-time?s mind-boggling play.
MLB insider Hector Gomez shared the Red Sox legend?s comments via Twitter. According to Gomez, Ortiz said, ?What Shohei Ohtani is doing is not only too difficult, it’s impossible to do, it’s like having Pedro Martinez and David Ortiz in one body, I can’t understand what planet that guy is from?.?
David Ortiz: "What Shohei Ohtani is doing is not only too difficult, it's impossible to do, it's like having Pedro Martinez and David Ortiz in one body, I can't understand what planet that guy is from".
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— Héctor Gómez (@hgomez27) June 20, 2023
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This is truly big praise from Ortiz as he compares Ohtani to himself and his legendary teammate. The Angels star has been on a roll as of late and has overcome some slumps to regain his top batting form. Furthermore, he has also beaten some bad pitching form in the mid-stages of the season.?
Ohtani has overtaken his competition?
Over the last 10 days or so, Shohei Ohtani has overtaken his competition. He took the lead for home runs in the MLB while also pitching well. This has added to his already great 2023 season. Furthermore, with Aaron Judge injured for the unforeseeable future, Ohtani can take the lead in the 2023 MVP race. Many experts have him as one of the frontrunners as he continues his fantastic two-way form.
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It will be interesting to see how far Ohtani can carry the Angels as they look to secure a playoff berth. What do you think of David Ortiz?s praise for the two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani? Kindly share your views on the topic in the comments below.
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