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MLB: Shohei Ohtani blasts 300th career home run in first-inning blast against Rockies

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career MLB home run in the first inning of a game against the Rockies.
  • The solo home run was his 20th of the current season.
  • The Dodgers' star player achieved this milestone with a first-pitch, center-field blast.

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani achieved a significant milestone in his Major League Baseball career on July 8, 2026, by hitting his 300th career home run. The historic blast came in the very first inning of the game against the Colorado Rockies.

Ohtani, batting as the leadoff hitter and designated hitter, perfectly timed a misplaced fastball from Rockies pitcher Michael Lorenzen. He connected with the pitch, sending a towering solo shot over the center-field wall to give his team an early lead.

This monumental home run marked Ohtani's 20th of the current season. The impressive hit registered a launch speed of 112.2 miles per hour and traveled 409 feet, with a launch angle of 19 degrees, showcasing Ohtani's exceptional power and hitting prowess.

The Dodgers' official social media account celebrated the achievement, posting a graphic with the caption "300 reasons to love Shohei." The milestone further solidifies Ohtani's status as one of baseball's most electrifying and accomplished players.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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