Shohei Ohtani Quotes

The mindset behind Shohei Ohtani’s greatness.

The sooner, the better. The moment the season ends, the next season has already begun—so there’s no reason to wait.

Discipline, Goal Orientation, Mindset
Teams change every year. Naturally, I don’t think there’s any guarantee for me.

Mindset, Challenge, Professionalism
I want to give my best performance against every team that made me an offer. I want them to feel that scouting me was not a mistake.

Gratitude, Professionalism, Responsibility
They’re being overly protective of me.

Love for Baseball, Mindset, Professionalism
It was Ichiro’s words—‘You should believe in your own talent’—that gave me confidence and allowed me to step onto the field with belief.

Belief, Growth, Inspiration
I need to be able to perform even if I’m told to throw a random rock lying on the ground.

Discipline, Mindset, Professionalism
I’m looking forward to both, and the best scenario would be to do both in the same game.

Dream & Aspiration, Challenge, Love for Baseball
If I have my passport, my baseball gear, and the right mindset, I believe I can do anything.

Discipline, Mindset, Professionalism
I see spring training as a competition. I’m in a position where I have to earn my spot.

Challenge, Mindset, Professionalism
It was the warmth I received from the Angels that allowed my growth curve to rise in a steady upward arc.

Environment, Gratitude, Growth
Well, they’re making a lot more money than I am.

Joy, Mindset, Professionalism
The contract may be a minor league deal, but it doesn’t change the fact that I can play. That’s all that matters to me.

Challenge, Love for Baseball, Mindset