US EditionComparing Shohei Ohtani's Game 4 to the greatest feats in sports history
Ohtani became the third pitcher in MLB history to hit three homers in a game while pitching six scoreless innings, showcasing rare two-way dominance in postseason play.
- In Game 4 of the NL Championship Series on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, Shohei Ohtani, a Los Angeles Angels pitcher, became the third player to hit three homers while starting on the mound.
- After pitching six scoreless innings, Ohtani homered for the third time and became the only player since at least 1906 with 12 total bases and 10 strikeouts.
- Reporters pointed to Rick Wise's 1971 Philadelphia Phillies no-hitter and two homers, comparing his rare pitching and hitting feat to historic achievements like Secretariat's Belmont and Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game.
- It would have been hard for Ohtani to do any better unless he pitched more innings or played outfield, as analysts noted excelling fully at both remains exceptionally rare.
- Historical two-way moments like George Blanda's 1970 feats suggest ongoing debate as Wise, despite not playing postseason, has a legitimate claim to have bested Ohtani's effort last week.
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