Ohtani Ties Career High with 46th Home Run

Shohei Ohtani hit his 46th home run of the season, tying his career high, as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-0 in record heat at Dodger Stadium, where temperatures reached 103 degrees. The 450-foot solo shot in the fifth inning solidified Ohtani's remarkable season, as he aims to become the first player in MLB history with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. Jack Flaherty pitched effectively for the Dodgers, striking out six over 7 1/3 innings. Ohtani's performance has drawn comparisons to Yankees captain Aaron Judge, as he sits just five home runs behind Judge's league-leading total of 51. The Dodgers are currently leading the NL West with an 86-57 record, preparing to face the Chicago Cubs next. Ohtani's outstanding season also includes a batting average of .291, 113 runs scored, and 101 RBIs.