On Tuesday, Shohei Ohtani made a triumphant return to the Los Angeles Angels camp, striking out eight batters in a minor league game. The Japanese two-way star has been sidelined since September 2018 due to Tommy John surgery, but his performance on Tuesday showed that he is ready to make an impact for the Angels this season.
Ohtani was dominant in his three innings of work, allowing just one hit and one walk while striking out eight batters. He also showed off his impressive velocity, reaching 97 mph with his fastball. His performance was a welcome sight for the Angels, who have been without their star player for nearly two years.
The Angels are hoping that Ohtani can make a full recovery and return to his All-Star form from 2018. In that season, he hit .285 with 22 home runs and 61 RBIs while also posting a 3.31 ERA in 10 starts. If he can return to that level of performance, the Angels will be a force to be reckoned with in the American League.
Ohtani’s return to the mound is a major step forward for the Angels, and they will be hoping that he can continue to progress as the season approaches. His performance on Tuesday showed that he is on the right track, and the Angels will be counting on him to make a major impact this season. With Ohtani back in the fold, the Angels are poised to make a run at the playoffs in 2020.
