How better plate discipline has helped Shohei Ohtani become more dangerous for the Dodgers
by Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times— Before the demolition, Shohei Ohtani had to show discipline. Before hitting the hardest home run of his Major League Baseball career, the Dodgers slugger had to first lay off a pitch that just missed the plate. If you want a glimpse of what has made Ohtani the most dangerous hitter in the majors the last three weeks — a 17-game stretch in which the two-time most valuable player has batted an MLB-best .424 with six home runs, 11 RBIs and 15 extra-base hits — look no further than his ninth-inning...
ESPN—Dodgers' Roberts working with Ohtani on plate discipline. Dave Roberts said he approached Shohei Ohtani about a week ago to discuss how the two-time MVP could better control the strike zone.
Orange County Register—Dodgers’ Dave Roberts had advice for Shohei Ohtani – stay disciplined. Roberts says he talked with Ohtani about not expanding his strike zone, particularly after his 1-for-19 start to the season with runners in scoring position.
CBS Sports—Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani: Receiving first day off. Ohtani is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. It hasn't been reported...