Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hit his 27th home run of the season during Tuesday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, giving his team a one-run lead. However, the joy of the fans at Dodger Stadium was dampened when a young fan in the right-field seats was hit by the home run ball. Video footage showed the ball striking the child in the forehead as other fans attempted to catch it.
The velocity of Ohtani’s hit was measured at an impressive 112 mph, raising concerns about the severity of the young fan’s injury. The incident occurred during a crucial moment in the game, with the Dodgers ultimately emerging victorious with a score of 6-5 over the Diamondbacks.
Despite being sidelined from pitching due to elbow surgery, Ohtani has been excelling at the plate this season. With a batting average of .320, he is trailing just behind Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees in the league standings. Additionally, Ohtani has secured the second spot in MLB for home runs, surpassing Gunnar Henderson of the Baltimore Orioles.
Having signed a lucrative 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers, Ohtani is proving his worth as he continues to deliver outstanding performances. After previously clinching the MVP title in the American League with the Los Angeles Angels, he is now a strong contender for the National League MVP award.
Fans can expect Ohtani to further bolster his MVP credentials in the upcoming game against the Diamondbacks. Stay updated on the latest sports news by following Fox News Digital’s coverage and subscribing to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Scott Thompson, a sports writer for Fox News Digital, provides insights and analysis on various sports topics.