Shohei Ohtani Sets Record with 10.0 WAR Despite Injury

Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani Records Impressive Win Contribution Over Replacement (WAR) Despite Injury Setback

In an activity that seems unstoppable, Shohei Ohtani of the LA Angels has achieved a remarkable feat, recording a WAR of 10. The 29-year-old, who concluded the season as a pitcher, displayed his outstanding skills as a designated hitter in two consecutive games against the New York Mets on the 27th. In just three at-bats, Ohtani managed to secure two hits, one RBI, two runs, two walks, and two steals, resulting in four on-base hits.

Considering his recent circumstances, this is nothing short of extraordinary. Ohtani is currently battling an injury, which became evident during the first game of a doubleheader against the Cincinnati Reds on the 24th. He was forced to leave the game after only 1⅓ innings, raising concerns about his overall condition.

Further tests revealed a torn UCL (right elbow ligament) for Ohtani, a daunting setback that typically requires Tommy John surgery and at least a year for recovery. While it remains uncertain whether Ohtani will undergo surgery, it is clear that he will not be able to pitch for the remainder of the season.

However, Ohtani’s tenacity and determination shine through as he continues to excel as a batter. Despite his awareness of the ligament tear injury, he has been delivering stellar performances at the plate. Just recently, on the 26th, he managed one hit, one run, and three walks in two at-bats. And in a stunning display of resilience, he followed it up with two hits, two walks, and two steals in the subsequent game. It’s hard to believe that such a player is grappling with an elbow injury.

Thanks to this incredible streak, Ohtani has achieved a career-first in terms of win contribution over replacement (WAR). According to the American Baseball Reference, his rating is an impressive 10.0 WAR, surpassing the second-ranked Mookie Betts (7.1) of the Los Angeles Dodgers by a significant margin. He is trailed by Yacuna Junior (6.4) and Kim Ha-seong (6.2).

This victory follows Ohtani’s previous achievements, with a WAR of 8.9 in 2021 and 9.6 last year, solidifying his position as a standout player in the league. The anticipation among fans and analysts alike is focused on Ohtani’s continued progress and how far his exceptional skills will take him.

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[마이데일리 = 심혜진 기자] It is an activity that cannot be stopped. Shohei Ohtani (29, LA Angels), who finished the season as a pitcher, finally recorded a WAR of 10.

On the 27th (Korea time), Ohtani started as the designated hitter twice in a road game against the New York Mets and went 2 hits, 1 RBI, 2 runs, 2 walks, 2 steals in 3 at-bats, and 4 on – base hits in 2 consecutive games.

If it was the usual Ohtani, it was an activity worthy of a nod. However, looking at the recent situation, all I can say is that it’s great.

Right now, Ohtani is suffering from an injury. On the 24th, he started in the first game of the doubleheader against the Cincinnati Reds, but had to come down in 1⅓ innings. After that, he even fell out of the at-bat, raising concerns.

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just as expected. I had an MRI scan and discovered that my right elbow ligament (UCL) was torn. This is the blue sky wall.

This injury leads to Tommy John surgery. It is also a major operation that requires at least a year to recover.

It has not been determined if Ohtani will undergo surgery, but he will not be on the mound as a pitcher for the rest of the game. It’s pitching season.

Ohtani is seen over and over. This is because Ohtani’s battering continues.

The great thing is that even though he is aware of the ligament tear injury, he is flying fast. On the 26th, he played 2 at-bats, 1 hit, 1 run, 3 walks, and on this day, he played 2 hits, 2 walks, 2 steals, 4 games on base in 2 consecutive games. It’s hard to believe he’s a player with an elbow injury.

Thanks to this upward trend, Ohtani set a record for win contribution over replacement (WAR).

According to the American Baseball Reference, Ohtani was rated at 10.0 WAR. It’s a career first. There is also a big gap with Mookie Betts (7.1) of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who is second. He is followed by Yakuna Junior (6.4) and Kim Ha-seong (6.2).

Ohtani was first with a WAR of 8.9 in 2021 and second with a WAR of 9.6 last year.

Interest is focused on how far Ohtani’s progress will continue.

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