Ohtani shines in Dodgers' opening games in Tokyo

Shohei Ohtani impressed fans during the Dodgers' opening day games against the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo. The star player received praise from Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and MLB analyst Ben Verlander for his strong performance. Ohtani expressed that he felt nervous but enjoyed the chance to play in front of his home crowd. Throughout the matches, Ohtani was the center of attention. There were emotional moments, including during the Japanese national anthem. Roberts called him a "superman" and highlighted Ohtani's ability to excel in important situations. He stated that Ohtani seems to deliver in the biggest moments. Ben Verlander took to social media to acclaim Ohtani, saying he is “the greatest baseball player of all time.” This sentiment was echoed by teammate Tommy Edman, who noted that Ohtani plays at a level that feels almost effortless compared to his teammates. Despite the spotlight, Ohtani admitted he felt nervous playing at home after a year away. He also expressed happiness that his teammates could experience Japan on and off the field. After winning both games, Ohtani and the Dodgers are ready to return to the US.