Shohei Ohtani
Awards & Honours
10
Awards Won
3
Honours
4
Rankings
1
Covers
4
Records
Shohei Ohtani's achievements are historic and singular. He is the only player in MLB history to win multiple MVP awards in both the American and National Leagues, and all four of his MVPs have been unanimous. He is the first player ever to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season, a feat that redefined what's possible in baseball. His two-way excellence has drawn comparisons to Babe Ruth, but Ohtani has surpassed the Bambino in modern-era statistical categories. He has also led Japan to a World Baseball Classic title, striking out a fellow superstar for the final out in a moment that captivated the world. His back-to-back World Series championships with the Dodgers further cement his legacy as a winner.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Prime Minister's Award
Awarded for outstanding contributions to sports.
Guinness World Record: Most home runs by a player in an MLB season (54)
Set for 54 home runs in the 2023 season.
Guinness World Record: Most stolen bases by a player in an MLB season (20)
Set for 20 stolen bases in the 2023 season.
Rankings & Lists
Time 100 Most Influential People
Time 100 Most Influential People in Sports
Forbes World's Highest-Paid Athletes
Forbes World's Highest-Paid Athletes
Magazine Covers
Time
2021
The 100 Most Influential People
Records & Feats
First player in MLB history with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season
Ohtani achieved 54 home runs and 59 stolen bases in 2024, becoming the first to reach the 50-50 milestone.
Only player to win multiple MVP awards in both AL and NL
He won AL MVP in 2021 and 2023, then NL MVP in 2024 and 2025, all unanimously.
First player in modern era to qualify for both hitting and pitching leaderboards in a single season
In 2022, he had enough plate appearances and innings pitched to qualify for both leaderboards.
Most home runs by a player in an MLB season (54) - Guinness World Record
Set the record for most home runs in a season by a player, recognized by Guinness.