Shohei Ohtani Quotes

The mindset behind Shohei Ohtani’s greatness.

The range of things expected from me is broader than for most players, because I both pitch and hit. That’s why fundamentals become so important. And because I understand that, it makes me want to practice every single day.

Discipline, Effort, Professionalism
Getting opinions from a third party never hurts.

Growth, Learning, Mindset
A new rule gets created in a league with nearly 150 years of history. That’s something to be happy about, isn’t it?

Legacy, Challenge, Inspiration
When I thought about what my talent really is, I realized it might be my capacity to grow. That’s why I’m never afraid to change — whether it’s pitching or hitting — and I can keep trying new things whenever I think, ‘Maybe this will work.’

Growth, Learning, Mindset
Since last year went fairly well, if you think you can simply repeat the same results, you quickly realize how difficult it is just to clear that standard again.

Growth, Mindset, Professionalism
More than anything, there’s nobody to compare me to. That makes it difficult to know how I should really be evaluated.

Legacy, Challenge, Reflection
I’m actually quite confident that I can keep repeating what I did this year in the seasons ahead.

Belief, Growth, Mindset
I believe a player’s career is something built together with the fans and the organization. I hope the support from everyone will help me grow, and I’ll keep working hard to live up to it.

Gratitude, Inspiration, Responsibility
If I don’t pitch, I can’t grow.

Growth, Baseball Philosophy, Learning
It really is fun. I think having fans cheering is probably the greatest form of doping there is.

Inspiration, Joy, Love for Baseball
Potential for growth? I believe I’m nothing but potential.

Growth, Ambition, Challenge
Some pitchers become overly protective of runs scored by their teammates. But if I can score runs myself, I think I can pitch more aggressively on the mound.

Baseball Philosophy, Challenge, Mindset