Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers smashes bat dramatically in astonishing hit
In the ongoing three-game series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Tampa Bay Rays, star player Shohei Ohtani continues to shine, both as a hitter and a pitcher.
Ohtani's overall performance this season is nothing short of exceptional. As of the latest statistics, he boasts a .269 batting average, .373 On-Base Percentage (OBP), 113 hits, 38 home runs, and 73 RBIs through 420 at-bats. On the mound, he has a 2.40 ERA and 1.267 WHIP, totaling 17 strikeouts through 15.0 innings pitched.
During the game on August 2, Ohtani recorded a hit despite breaking his bat. The bat flew a significant distance, with a chunk landing in front of the Rays' second baseman, Brandon Lowe. However, there is no evidence to suggest that a piece of the bat broke and nearly hit Ohtani during the game.
The incident involving Ohtani's broken bat was captured in a picture and tweeted by Dodgers Tailgate on August 2, 2025. The hit by Ohtani resulted in an odd ground ball that went toward second base, and a chunk of the broken bat flew up in the air. Despite the unusual play, Ohtani was ruled safe as Brandon Lowe was unable to scoop up the ball due to the presence of the broken bat piece.
The Dodgers aim to maintain their lead in the NL West by winning at least 2 games against Tampa Bay, with Ohtani's contributions being crucial. His status as the best offensive player on the team has led to him not being sent to the minor leagues for rehab, as he gradually returns to pitching duties after Tommy John surgery.
[1]: Game summary - August 2, 2025 [3]: Highlights - August 2, 2025 [4]: Detailed play-by-play - August 2, 2025 [5]: Picture of the incident
[1] Shohei Ohtani's exceptional baseball performance extended beyond his pitching duties on August 2, 2025, as he made a hit during the game against the Tampa Bay Rays, showcasing his capabilities as a hitter in the MLB.
[4] Scoring an odd ground ball towards second base that resulted from his broken bat, Ohtani managed to reach safely during the game on August 2, much to the Dodgers' advantage in their ongoing series against Tampa Bay.
