Former Angels manager Joe Maddon talks about the true greatness of Shohei Ohtani. An interview that explores the “brain” and “humanity” behind the numbers. ▼ Regarding the decision not to stand at bat on the day he pitched, the rule that Manager Maddon set with Shohei when he was with the Angels was “don’t make any rules.” We discussed this during spring training, and the criterion was “leg fatigue.” The night before, I heard about Shohei’s condition and decided on plans for the next day. He says he is most concerned about whether the Dodgers’ decision this time is Shohei’s own will or the team’s policy. “If I were the director, I would talk to Shohei first. That would be the closest to the correct answer.” ▼ A man who didn’t need to be rested Coach Maddon has been able to assess the condition of players based on changes in their swings and changes in their eyes. However, regarding Shohei, he declares, “I have never seen his eyes go blank even once in two years.” Even on days when he doesn’t get results, as soon as he returns to the bench, he touches the grip of the bat and plans his next at-bat in his head. Even though there are times when he starts to pull back, the speed at which he corrects himself from there is completely different from other players. ▼ Monthly MVP & Legendary Attempt Match In 5 games this season, he has an ERA of 0.60, all games over 6 innings, and no home runs allowed. A record that no one has achieved in over 100 years since 1913. He also hit 6 home runs during the same period. During his time with the Angels, in a game against the Astros, he attempted a perfect game after standing for two at-bats before pitching, a first in history. “The catcher’s mitt sounded different than usual. It was a dry, sharp sound. I thought today was going to be a legendary day.” ▼ The night I refused to shy away A game in Oakland in late 2021. Shohei smiled and waved his finger from the mound as manager Maddon tried to give up on Matt Olson, who hit 39 home runs. “I don’t need it.” And he completely shut down Olson. “You can’t get in this guy’s way. The best thing you could do as a coach was to stay out of Shohei’s way.” ▼ Extraordinary Baseball IQ He is the only person who can analyze batting from a pitcher’s perspective, and analyze pitching from a batter’s perspective. Even on days when he is not at bat as a DH, he observes the habits of opposing pitchers, and even when he is not listening, he sits next to him and tells him about it. And that’s mostly true. “What’s really terrifying isn’t physically; it’s what’s inside his head.” ▼ Manager Maddon says Trout should be traded. He said that just as Shohei became a complete player with the Dodgers, Trout should be given a chance to play in the playoffs, and cited the Philadelphia Phillies as a potential transfer destination. ▼ Closing: “He’s the best player and the best person. I’ve never seen him have a negative attitude toward his teammates. I’m forever proud to have worked alongside that man.” ■About the production policy for this video (Important) The videos on this channel are original content that focuses on audio commentary, structure, and discussion. The videos, images, and audio materials used are structured with consideration to YouTube’s guidelines and the scope of quotation, and are based on the premise of short-term use, processing, editing, and contextual necessity. In addition, the narration uses a machine voice generated based on your own voice, and there is no intention to imitate or impersonate any specific real person. This video is an entertainment piece based on baseball, but includes production, composition, and consideration. Please understand that some of the content includes interpretations and production expressions. ■ Copyright/Right Notation The copyrights of videos, images, and sound sources belong to the respective rights holders. If a problem is confirmed, we will promptly take measures such as making it private or deleting it. *Unauthorized reproduction, copying, or reuse of this channel’s content (including explanatory text, structure, and narration) is prohibited. ■ Materials/Credit 🎧 Additional Track Elektronomia – Energy Watch: https://youtu.be/eW3gMGqcZQc Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Energy Video @Dodgers Official X https://www.youtube.com/@MLB
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