On March 19, 2025, several MLB players delivered standout performances:
- Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers): In the Tokyo Series finale against the Chicago Cubs, Ohtani electrified the crowd with his first home run of the season, propelling the Dodgers to a 6-3 victory and a series sweep.
- Enrique “Kiké” Hernández (Los Angeles Dodgers): Hernández contributed significantly with a two-run homer in the fourth inning, extending the Dodgers’ lead and showcasing the team’s offensive depth.
- Tommy Edman (Los Angeles Dodgers): Edman added to the Dodgers’ firepower with a solo home run, marking his first of the season and further solidifying the team’s dominance in the series.
- Ben Rice (New York Yankees): Continuing his impressive spring training, Rice hit his fifth home run, a 110.3 mph shot, contributing to the Yankees’ 9-7 win over the Phillies.
- Cody Bellinger (New York Yankees): Bellinger maintained his strong spring performance, going 2-for-3 with a home run, elevating his batting average to .475 and his OPS to 1.348.
- Jasson Domínguez (New York Yankees): Domínguez showcased his offensive prowess with a sharp RBI double to right-center field, giving the Yankees an early lead against the Phillies.
- Michael Wacha (San Francisco Giants): Wacha delivered a stellar pitching performance against the Kansas City Royals, striking out eight over five innings and allowing just two hits and one earned run, leading the Giants to a 3-1 victory.
- Jon Berti (Chicago Cubs): Despite the Cubs’ loss to the Dodgers, Berti stood out offensively with three hits and a stolen base, demonstrating his value as a versatile player.
- Roki Sasaki (Los Angeles Dodgers): In his MLB debut, the highly anticipated rookie pitched three innings, allowing one run on one hit, striking out three, and walking five. While his control wavered, his potential was evident.
- Matt Shaw (Chicago Cubs): The Cubs’ top prospect recorded his first MLB hit during the Tokyo Series, marking a significant milestone in his budding career.
