In the upcoming Major League Baseball showdown, Shohei Ohtani’s home runs, with their stunning arc, are set to not only significantly influence the outcome of the games but also ignite the passion of fans, creating unforgettable memories. During a game in San Francisco, he achieved a Splash hit, making him the first Japanese player to accomplish such a feat. Meanwhile, Cody Bellinger has been on fire in his matchup against his former team, smashing three home runs in a single game, etching his name into the annals of MLB history. Cal Raleigh is also making waves with an impressive eight multi-home run games this season, gearing up to make even more records. Let’s take a moment to revisit these awesome moments from three standout players.
The Dodgers have recently been on a losing streak, and this game marks their last series before the All-Star break, making it essential for them to give their all to fend off their strong competitors lurking behind. Even with ace pitcher Logan Webb taking the mound, the Giants struck first in the second inning with a home run by Willy Adames, further complicating matters with an error by Dustin May. The Giants amassed a total of 8 runs during the game, intensifying the pressure on Shohei Ohtani after their explosive performance.
However, as the game progressed, the Dodgers managed to score in the seventh inning with Will Smith and Teoscar Hernández hitting back-to-back long balls. Although they couldn’t complete the comeback, they ultimately lost 8 to 7, giving the Giants the last laugh.
Located in McCovey Cove, the San Francisco Giants’ home field has a unique record for Splash Hits, with a total of 106 balls landing directly in the bay waters. Shohei Ohtani has become the second Dodgers player to achieve this feat, following Max Muncy, and has increased his home run tally this season to 32, catching up to his own record and ranking high across various statistics.
At the same time, Cody Bellinger showcased his incredible talent in the game against the Cubs, hitting three home runs in a single game, becoming the first player in Major League history to achieve this feat in his first matchup against his former team. This stellar performance not only led the Yankees to a dominant victory but also drew widespread attention to his impressive skills.
In this intense match, Bellinger stepped up to the plate three times, igniting the crowd with his performance. This reflected his emotions towards his former teammates. Despite what others perceived as revenge, he expressed fond memories of Chicago after the game. This match marked the first time in his career that he hit three home runs in a single game, making him the 29th player in Yankees history to achieve this feat.
