“We Just Have To..”- Shohei Ohtani Details the One Thing That Can Take LA Angels to It’s Much Awaited Playoff Dream

Los Angeles Angels star pitcher and outfielder, Shohei Ohtani, is already off to a fantastic start to the MLB 2022 season. Not to forget, his 2021 season also was beyond extraordinary. With 46 home runs and 156 strikeouts, MLB awarded Shohei Ohtani the 2021 AL MVP award. Now, in a recent interview, Ohtani shared his experience of the 2021 season.

Shohei Ohtani of the MLB 2021 season is said to be the best version of him since his MLB debut in 2018. The 27-year-old star began his professional baseball career in 2013 when he started playing in the Nippon Professional Baseball league.

The Los Angeles Angels then signed Ohtani in 2018 and he not only became one of the best players in MLB, but also a role model for international players who wish to enter the MLB.

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Shohei Ohtani’s interview with Mark Gubicza

Journey of the MLB 2021 season

Recently, Los Angeles Angels analyst Mark Gubicza conducted an interview with Shohei Ohtani, where he asked Shohei how he saw the 2021 season.

Shohei replied, “Overall, looking at it, had fun, especially in the first half. The team was playing better. But towards the second half, once our playoff chances started to lessen, it was hard to kinda be more motivated and find a reason to play. Even if you win, there’s nothing ahead. So it was kind of a grind in that sense.”

Favorite moment from the season

Mark then moved on to ask him about his favorite moment of the season. To which, Ohtani said, “When I hit a home run on my start day. That was a moment that comes out in my mind. I felt like I’m here to have results and keep on doing that. Personally, and for the team, it was really big.”

Strategy for the MLB 2021 season

Shortly, Ohtani was asked about his preparation for the current 2022 season, to which he replied, “I definitely feel a lot stronger physically. I am confident that I’ll have a better season than last year. I am prepared. We are very capable of getting to the playoffs. We just have to stay healthy.”

It is no secret that Shohei Ohtani is a man who can change an entire game, be it as an outfielder or as a pitcher. He is truly a gift to baseball. With Mike Trout injured and unavailable for a few days, all eyes will be on Ohtani. Do you think he can produce better numbers than the previous season?

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