Shohei Ohtani Quotes

The mindset behind Shohei Ohtani’s greatness.

I still consider myself an unfinished player.

Growth, Ambition, Mindset
When it’s something I truly want to do, I’m confident I can work harder than anyone else.

Belief, Mindset, Responsibility
That moment might come today. It might come tomorrow. One day, I might suddenly grasp something. That’s why I want to practice every day.

Growth, Learning, Mindset
Training itself is fun. Pushing myself in workouts is fun. Trying something new there is fun. And when what I worked on shows up as results, that’s fun too.

Growth, Joy, Learning
Even when I pitched well, I couldn’t get wins. Starting pitchers naturally want wins, so I wondered what I was supposed to do about it.

Growth, Mindset, Reflection
It’s better to change something than to change nothing. If nothing changes, there’s a high chance you’ll get the same results as the year before. I enjoy seeking change.

Growth, Learning, Mindset
Whether I’m restricted or not, I don’t think it changes anything. There’s nothing in particular I want to do anyway.

Discipline, Mindset, Professionalism
When I’ve pushed myself desperately for two or three hours, if that hard work can be undone by just one or two drinks, then I can’t drink.

Discipline, Mindset, Professionalism
Every year is important. There has never been a year I thought mattered less than the one before.

Discipline, Growth, Professionalism
Last year, I couldn’t compete with him. Fujinami produced results. I’m the one who has to challenge.

Challenge, Growth, Reflection
Last season was one where I was carried to wins. This year, I want to earn as many wins for the team as I can.

Goal Setting, Growth, Responsibility
Even if I fail, it’s enough if the next kid comes along.

Inspiration, Challenge, Responsibility