Shohei Ohtani Quotes

The mindset behind Shohei Ohtani’s greatness.

I honestly don’t know whether my performance is good or bad. There’s no past example to compare it to, since I’m doing both.

Mindset, Legacy, Reflection
I always want to play. For a player, wanting to be out there is just natural, isn’t it?

Mindset, Love for Baseball, Professionalism
Hit strikes and don’t swing at balls. It’s simple—but it’s the hardest thing to do.

Learning, Baseball Philosophy, Discipline
The more time you have, the better you can become at baseball.

Growth, Discipline, Effort
I signed with the Angels for next year, so right now, I only see my future with the Angels.

Professionalism, Mindset, Responsibility
If I get traded, then I’ll just do my best there. In fact, it means that someone sees value in me.

Mindset, Growth, Professionalism
I just focus on doing my best for the team I belong to and aiming to win the World Series. That’s enough for me.

Professionalism, Goal Orientation, Responsibility
Rather than focusing on what the Angels would or wouldn’t do, I was simply grateful that other teams valued me so highly.

Mindset, Gratitude, Professionalism
I love the fans here. I just want to finish the season in a way that makes them—and everyone who supports me—happy.

Professionalism, Gratitude, Responsibility
I want to experience a more exciting—almost nerve-wracking—September. I’ll keep working so that I can be in that kind of situation in the years to come.

Mindset, Environment, Joy
Overall, it was good, but I’m not satisfied with it ending today. Ideally, this is where things really begin. That’s what I’ll keep striving for.

Mindset, Goal Orientation, Reflection
My desire to win is even stronger than anything else, and as a player, I believe that’s the right way to be.

Ambition, Belief, Professionalism