Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Detroit Tigers during last night’s game. The score was 10-0 and the Angels were in complete control of the entire game. When games get out of hand, position players often take the field. The Tigers fielded infielder Kody Clemens, who struck out Ohtani of all players.
Kody Clemens took the field for the Detroit Tigers in the bottom of the eighth inning. Clemens quickly got the first out by getting David Fletcher to ground out. Utility player Matt Thaiss then hit a single to left field. After this, Ohtani stepped up to the plate, where he struck out on a 1-2 pitch.
Perhaps Shohei Ohtani was mesmerized by the 68 MPH heater in the corner of home plate? No matter what it was, watching Ohtani strike out a position player is downright hilarious. It’s safe to say that Kody Clemens was emotional as he pumped his fist several times after the strikeout.
As soon as this was posted on social media, MLB fans absolutely roasted Shohei Ohtani. How does an MVP winner and one of the best hitters in the league strike out a position player?
Regardless, Ohtani hit two home runs during last night’s game against the Tigers. This completely negates the embarrassment at bat against infielder Kody Clemens. Ohtani now has 30 home runs this season, putting him in the top five in the American League.
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