Dodgers Post podcast: How Shohei Ohtani made statement with two-way heroics
Shohei Ohtani has ended his slump with a standout performance in San Diego. He hit a leadoff home run and pitched five scoreless innings, marking a significant moment in the season. The Dodgers Post podcast discusses Ohtani's evolving role and the team's recent success against the Padres.
- ▪Shohei Ohtani's recent performance included a leadoff home run and five scoreless innings pitched.
- ▪The Dodgers secured a series win over the Padres, putting them back in first place in the standings.
- ▪Andy Pages had a crucial at-bat against Padres closer Mason Miller, contributing to the Dodgers' victory.
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MLB Dodgers Post podcast: How Shohei Ohtani made statement with two-way heroics By Jack Harris Published May 22, 2026, 4:37 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Shohei Ohtani’s slump is over. His statement game in San Diego this week made sure of that. On the latest episode of the Dodgers Post podcast, that’s what California Post baseball writers Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris discuss. They break down Ohtani’s ever-evolving usage, how he seems to feel about it, and why Wednesday’s game –– in which he hit a leadoff home run and pitched five scoreless innings –– was so important at this stage of the season.
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