Shohei Ohtani Quotes

The mindset behind Shohei Ohtani’s greatness.

Both were incredible sights, but they were completely different.

Reflection, Dream & Aspiration, Gratitude
I’ve finally made it to this stage. From the moment I signed that contract, I pictured myself being here.

Dream & Aspiration, Belief, Goal Orientation
The last time, Bellinger dislocated his shoulder and the Dodgers went on to win the World Series. This time, I’m the one who dislocated my shoulder. Maybe it’s a good sign for another championship. I’ll do everything I can to be ready to play. See you in New York.

Inspiration, Mindset, Responsibility
Right after it happened, I honestly thought, ‘It’s over.’ Not as a player — but my World Series was over.

Challenge, Mindset, Responsibility
Whether I hit or not is a separate matter. In a short series, the role played by core players on a team is especially important. If I was able to play, I felt I could still fulfill that role.

Responsibility, Baseball Philosophy, Professionalism
I’m fine, and I’m going to play.

Responsibility, Challenge, Mindset
We just need to win two straight. That’s it. To me, it’s simply a matter of winning two games in a row.

Belief, Challenge, Mindset
From this point on, the numbers we’ve accumulated no longer mean anything.

Goal Orientation, Mindset, Professionalism
This was the stage I dreamed about when I came to America. To clinch it with a win makes it even more meaningful to me.

Dream & Aspiration, Goal Orientation, Joy
I’ve never hit like this in my life. Honestly, I’m the one most surprised by it. It became one of my favorite ballparks I’ve ever played in.

Joy, Legacy, Love for Baseball
What’s certain is that the closer I get to 50–50, the more I’m contributing to the team’s victories.

Baseball Philosophy, Goal Orientation, Responsibility
It became one of the greatest memories of my life. But I want to keep winning from here and work hard enough to surpass even that memory.

Goal Orientation, Growth, Mindset