Shohei Ohtani's Dynamic Return to the Mound
TL;DR
Shohei Ohtani's first game pitching for the Dodgers revealed a more emotional and intense side of him, contrasting with his playful hitting demeanor. He threw fastballs over 100 mph, was visibly frustrated, and showed more animated reactions on the mound, while his batting performance remained relaxed and successful. This game highlighted the different sides of Ohtani as both a pitcher and hitter.
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- Ohtani touches triple digits in long-awaited return to mound MLB.com
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