Join us as we unravel the extraordinary tale of Shohei Ohtani, the first and only player to achieve the jaw-dropping 50-50 milestone: hitting 50 home runs and stealing 50 bases in one electrifying season. We celebrate Ohtani's unparalleled dual role as both a pitcher and batter, marveling at how he's redefined boundaries and made what seemed impossible a dazzling reality. This episode isn’t just about stats but about the magic of witnessing a living legend in action—one that continues to captivate fans across the globe.
Beyond the Ohtani phenomenon, we step into the historical context of the 40-40 club, where only a handful of baseball icons like Barry Bonds and Alex Rodriguez have dared to tread. We reflect on the challenges these players faced in balancing power and speed on the field while highlighting the dedication and talent it takes to join such elite company.
We bring you all the juicy tidbits with a side of playful banter.
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11/13/24 • 34 min
The I'm Not Dumb But Podcast - Shohei Ohtani's 50-50 Triumph
Transcript
All right , Chris , take us away . Has anyone heard of a 50-50 ?
Victorclub . Yeah , that's what you enter when you get in an airplane , right , you and your girl have to go into the bathroom and you enter the 50-50 club .
ChrisOkay .
RobIs that ?
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