Major League Baseball player Shohei Ohtani has won his second Silver Slugger Award, CBS Sports reports. The award is given to the best hitter in their position in the American League and in the National League.
Ohtani was the only player from the Los Angeles Angels, who are a part of the American League, to receive the award. According to Bleacher Report, the Texas Rangers were given the team award for the American League.
The Japanese baseball star is known for his two-way ability, pitching and hitting well for the Angels. Unfortunately, his time on the mound was limited during the 2023 season due to injury. He won the Silver Slugger Award as a designated hitter.
According to MLB.com, Ohtani ended the year with 44 home runs and a .412 on-base percentage. He also led the Majors with a 184 OPS+.
Ohtani is a free agent next season and many are wondering where he will end up. There is a strong chance, according to analysts, that he does not return to the Angels.
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