LOS ANGELES, Sept 19, V7N - On September 18, 2024, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani moved closer to making history in Major League Baseball (MLB) by hitting his 48th home run of the season and stealing his 48th base. With just 11 games remaining in the season, Ohtani is on track to become the first player ever to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season, a feat that has never been accomplished in MLB history.During a game against the Miami Marlins, Ohtani launched a two-run homer into the second deck of LoanDepot Park, ending a four-game homerless streak. This impressive shot not only contributed to the Dodgers' score but also positioned Ohtani to tie Shawn Green for the most home runs by a Dodgers player in a single season, as Green hit 49 homers in 2001.

Ohtani's Performance and Future Prospects

Despite not pitching this season due to recovery from elbow surgery, Ohtani has excelled at the plate since joining the Dodgers on a record 10-year, $700 million contract. His remarkable performance has put him in contention for the MVP award, potentially making him the first designated hitter to win the honor.Ohtani expressed a calm demeanor regarding the pressure of reaching the 50/50 milestone, stating, "No pressure," and emphasizing his focus on maintaining quality at-bats. The Dodgers are set to continue their series against the Marlins, followed by home games against the Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres, before concluding the regular season on the road against the Rockies.As Ohtani approaches this historic achievement, baseball fans and analysts alike are eagerly watching to see if he can reach the coveted 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases mark.

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