Ohtani Sets Unprecedented Nine-Reach Record with Powerful Doubles and Homers
The Los Angeles Dodgers achieved a historic feat during the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 28, 2025. The game, held at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California, lasted an unprecedented 6 hours and 39 minutes, making it one of the longest in World Series history.
Ohtani’s Record-Setting Performance
Shohei Ohtani played a pivotal role in this remarkable game. He made history with an impressive performance that included:
- A double in the first inning
- A solo home run in the third inning
- A crucial two-run double in the fifth inning
- Another solo home run in the seventh inning
Ohtani’s four extra-base hits set new postseason records. This marks the first time in playoff history that a player has achieved multiple home runs in three different postseason games. The previous record for a World Series game with four extra-base hits was set in 1906 by Frank Isbell of the Chicago White Sox.
Unprecedented On-Base Record
Ohtani’s performance only got more remarkable as the game progressed. He reached base a staggering nine times throughout the game, a first for postseason play. His four consecutive intentional walks in extra innings contributed to this record. Only three players in Major League history have reached base nine times in a single game, making Ohtani’s achievement particularly significant.
Game Highlights
As the game extended into the 18th inning, Ohtani’s ability to get on base continued to shape the game. Notably:
- In the 11th inning, he reached base through an intentional walk.
- Ohtani received another intentional walk in the 15th inning.
- In the 17th inning, he was essentially walked again, bringing his total to nine.
Eventually, Freddie Freeman hit a walk-off home run in the 18th inning, sealing a thrilling 6-5 victory for the Dodgers. Freeman’s accomplishment also added him to the record books as he became the first player to hit two walk-off home runs in World Series history.
Conclusion
The game will be remembered not only for its duration but also for the historic performances by Ohtani and Freeman. Their combined achievements have set new benchmarks in World Series history, further enhancing the excitement surrounding the sport.
