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Dodger Blue > Dodgers News > Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Enjoyed ‘Special Weekend’
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Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Enjoyed ‘Special Weekend’

Matt Borelli
May 20, 2024
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Shohei Ohtani
May 19, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a series win over the Cincinnati Reds with a 3-2 victory on Sunday, propelled by Shohei Ohtani’s walk-off single in the 10th inning.

The hit capped off a memorable week for the two-way star. It started with his bobblehead night at Dodger Stadium on Thursday before being honored at Los Angeles City Hall on May 17 in what will now be known as “Shohei Ohtani Day” for the duration of his Dodgers career.

Ohtani reflected on the past few days after helping the Dodgers earn their third consecutive win, via Mike DiGiovanna of the L.A. Times:

“Overall, it was a special weekend,” Ohtani said through his interpreter, alluding to his bobblehead night on Thursday and the Los Angeles City Council proclaiming May 17 as “Shohei Ohtani Day” on Friday. “I wasn’t able to get a base hit during my bobblehead day, but I was able to end it on a very good note.”

Ohtani’s walk-off hit was the second of his career and first since 2020. It came off Alexis Díaz, who is one of the tougher relievers in baseball:

“He has a unique delivery, so I just wanted to make sure I put the ball in play,” Ohtani said. “I’m just happy I was able to put together a good at-bat.”

Ohtani went 3-for-14 with a home run, three RBI, two runs scored and a walk during the four-game series against the Reds.

The 29-year-old is in the midst of another MVP-caliber season as he entered Monday hitting .353/.423/.658 with 16 doubles, one triple, 13 home runs, 33 RBI and 11 stolen bases in 47 games.

Shohei Ohtani wants Angelenos to celebrate May 17 with sushi or pizza

When asked how Angelenos should celebrate May 17, Ohtani suggested with sushi or pizza.

The other two most recent Dodgers to receive a day of honor from the city have been Fernando Valenzuela and Justin Turner, with days being dedicated to them on Aug. 11 and Jan. 22 respectively.

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ByMatt Borelli
Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Dodgers as a staff writer for Dodger Blue and holds similar responsibilities for Lakers Nation, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Lakers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. An avid fantasy sports player, Matt is a former 2014 MLB Beat the Streak co-champion. His favorite Dodgers moment, among a list of many, is Clayton Kershaw's no-hitter against the Colorado Rockies in 2014. Follow him on Twitter: @mcborelli.
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