The animosity stemmed from the Blue Jays' missed opportunity to secure Ohtani's talents last December, when the team was among the frontrunners to sign the coveted two-way player. As Ohtani approached his first at-bat, the cacophony of boos reached a crescendo.
Yet, it took only three pitches for Ohtani to silence his detractors. Chris Bassitt's delivery found the strike zone with the first pitch, but Ohtani patiently waited for his moment. With a sinker missing its mark and a slider drifting inside, Ohtani seized the opportunity, sending the ball soaring 360 feet into the right-center field for a resounding home run.
The blast not only electrified Dodgers fans but also served as a reminder of Ohtani's exceptional start to the season. With an impressive .358/.419/.670 slash line and an MLB-leading 14 doubles, Ohtani has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the Dodgers' lineup.
For Blue Jays fans, the sight of Ohtani in Dodgers blue stirred mixed emotions. Rumors of a potential blockbuster trade with Toronto had swirled during the offseason, heightening the disappointment of seeing Ohtani excel elsewhere.
As the Dodgers and Blue Jays square off in a three-game series, Toronto seeks redemption following a humbling 12-2 defeat. With the next game set for 3:07 Eastern Time, anticipation runs high as both teams vie for supremacy on the diamond.
