Shohei Ohtani’s Blazing 102 mph Fastball Stuns, but Can He Carry Angels Past Dodgers’ Collapse?
Shohei Ohtani took the mound for his third start of the season on Saturday, and well, it wasn’t exactly a smooth ride from the jump. Just three batters in, frustration flickered across his face — understandable when he yielded a sharp single to Bobby Witt Jr. followed by a five-pitch walk to Maikel Garcia. But here’s the kicker: instead of letting it get to him, Ohtani dug deep, squared his shoulders, and unleashed pitches that rattled the Royals’ lineup like a force of nature. He blasted a jaw-dropping 101.7-mph fastball — the fastest pitch of his Major League career — to seal an inning-ending double play that had fans buzzing. Despite the Dodgers falling 9-5, Ohtani’s performance was a clear exclamation point on his recovery journey after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery. The stuff he displayed — triple-digit heat mixed with devastating sliders — hinted that he’s not just back but potentially better, threatening hitters and battling through moments that could have easily unraveled him. As the Dodgers navigate through pitching struggles and lineup slumps, Ohtani’s resilience offers a spark of hope and a glimpse at what might come in the second half of the season.
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