Shohei Ohtani Sets Dodgers Record with 8th Home Run, Surpasses Manager Dave Roberts

May 5, 2024, 01:49 AM

Shohei Ohtani achieved a significant milestone by hitting his eighth home run of the season during a game against the Dodgers, setting a new record for the most home runs by a Japanese-born player in Dodgers history. This home run, which was a 90.2 mph fastball from Elder, not only marked his leadership in home runs for the season but also saw him surpass his own manager, Dave Roberts, in this category. The home run occurred in the bottom of the third inning and helped the Dodgers to a 3-0 lead.