Former MLB stars in awe as Ohtani closes in on 50/50 milestone: ‘Literally changing the game’

Shohei Ohtani is on the verge of making history as he closes in on becoming the first player in MLB history to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season.

The Los Angeles Angels star has been a one-man wrecking crew this season, leading the league in both home runs (46) and stolen bases (26). Ohtani is just four home runs and 24 stolen bases away from reaching the 50/50 milestone, which would be an unprecedented achievement in baseball history. Only four players have ever hit 50 home runs and stolen 30 bases in a season, and no player has ever come close to reaching the 50/50 mark.

If Ohtani is able to reach the 50/50 milestone, it would be a testament to his incredible athleticism and versatility. Ohtani is not only one of the best hitters in baseball, but he is also one of the best pitchers.

This season, Ohtani has a 3.49 ERA and 156 strikeouts in 130.1 innings pitched. He is the first player in MLB history to start at least 10 games on the mound and hit at least 40 home runs in a season. Ohtani's unique skill set has made him one of the most exciting players in baseball, and his pursuit of the 50/50 milestone is sure to captivate fans around the world.

Former MLB stars are in awe of Ohtani's accomplishments, and they believe that he is changing the game of baseball.

“He’s literally changing the game,” said former MLB MVP Ryan Howard. “I’ve never seen anything like it. He’s a five-tool player who can do it all. He’s a game-changer.” “He’s a unicorn,” said former MLB All-Star Torii Hunter. “He’s a once-in-a-generation player. I’ve never seen a player who can hit for power, steal bases, and pitch like he can. He’s going to be one of the best players in baseball history.” Ohtani’s pursuit of the 50/50 milestone is sure to be one of the most talked-about storylines in baseball this season. If he is able to reach the milestone, it would be a historic achievement that would cement his place as one of the greatest players in baseball history.