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Shohei Ohtani Wins Hank Aaron Award, Makes MLB History

The Japanese star, now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, led the American League with 44 home runs and was selected to the All-MLB First Team as both designated hitter and starting pitcher.

Overview

  • Shohei Ohtani becomes the first Japanese player to win the Hank Aaron Award, an honor given to the most outstanding hitter in each of the American and National Leagues.
  • Ohtani, who played for the Los Angeles Angels this season, hit 44 home runs, had a batting average of .304, and scored 95 RBIs.
  • Ohtani recently moved to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League after signing a 10-year, $700 million contract.
  • Despite an elbow injury that ended his season early, Ohtani led the AL with a .412 on-base percentage and .654 slugging percentage.
  • Ohtani was also selected to the All-MLB First Team as both designated hitter and starting pitcher.