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The Shohei Ohtani Era: Has Baseball’s Greatest Player Arrived?

Dodger slugger becomes the first player in major league history with 50 home runs and 50 steals.

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Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts after hitting a double against the Miami Marlins during the first inning of the game September 19, 2024 at Miami, Florida. Megan Briggs/Getty Images
GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

The greatest individual season in baseball history was cemented by the greatest game by an individual in baseball history, raising the question of whether Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Shohei Ohtani is already the greatest player in baseball history.

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GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Mr. Willis is an accomplished writer whose career reflects an unwavering dedication to journalism. His unique insights and extensive contributions have been featured in various press outlets. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, he and his wife Janelle reside at Aventura, Florida.

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