Watch Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Hit 300th HR in Video, 5th Fastest in MLB History to Accomplish Feat
Shohei Ohtani has hit his 300th career home run, becoming the fifth fastest player in MLB history to reach the milestone.
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Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani recorded his 300th career home run during a game against the Rockies. Despite the milestone achievement, the Dodgers lost the game to the Rockies.
Coverage from MLB.com, USA Today, and Bleacher Report emphasizes Ohtani's speed in reaching this mark, while the Los Angeles Times notes that Justin Wrobleski also performed well in the loss. Yahoo Sports reports that the Rockies spoiled the milestone game by securing the victory.
Future coverage is expected to focus on the "loftier goals" mentioned by MLB.com and the potential All-Star case for Justin Wrobleski.
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Quick answers
Where does Ohtani rank in MLB history for speed to reach 300 home runs?
He is the fifth fastest player in MLB history to accomplish the feat.
Did the Dodgers win the game in which Ohtani hit his 300th home run?
No, the Rockies beat the Dodgers.
Who else is being highlighted in the Los Angeles Times coverage?
Justin Wrobleski is mentioned as making a case for an All-Star selection.
Coverage (6)
- Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Reaches Another Impressive Milestone Against Rockies Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- Rockies Beat Dodgers, Spoil Shohei Ohtani Milestone Game Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- Shohei Ohtani hits career home run No. 300 USA Today · 2h ago
- Shohei Ohtani hits milestone, Justin Wrobleski makes All-Star case in Dodgers’ loss Los Angeles Times · 2h ago
- Shohei hits another milestone with 300th HR, but there are loftier goals in mind MLB.com · 2h ago
- Watch Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Hit 300th HR in Video, 5th Fastest in MLB History to Accomplish Feat Bleacher Report · 2h ago broke it first
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