Pitcher tries to pickoff Ohtani five times and he still steals, a breakdown

What Happened

Shohei Ohtani steps up to the plate in the bottom of the first inning, with a runner on base. Ohtani, the two-way star for the Los Angeles Angels, has already pitched earlier in the game. Now, as the hitter, he works the count full against Colorado Rockies pitcher German Márquez. On the 3-1 pitch, Ohtani rips a single up the middle, scoring the runner from second base and giving the Angels an early 1-0 lead. With Ohtani now on first base, the Rockies pitcher becomes laser-focused on holding the speedy baserunner close. Márquez attempts a pickoff throw to first base, but Ohtani easily dives back safely. The umpire calls Ohtani safe and the Angels' star playfully acknowledges the call, dancing off the bag. Márquez tries a second pickoff and again Ohtani beats the throw, the umpire emphatically signaling him safe. Undeterred, Márquez goes for a third pickoff attempt, but Ohtani simply steals second base without a throw, casually waving to the umpire as he stands on the bag. The Rockies pitcher tries a fourth pickoff, to no avail, as Ohtani continues to dance off the base, unfazed. "He's interested, though, doesn't need to make the call," the announcer observes. Finally, on the fifth pickoff attempt, the ball is put in play, forcing Ohtani to return to first base. But the damage is done - the Rockies have wasted multiple pitches and allowed Ohtani to freely roam the bases, showcasing his elite speed and baserunning instincts. "This is no fun," the announcer quips, as Ohtani prepares to steal again. When the ball is put in play, Ohtani scores easily, his speed proving to be a game-changer. "Sure, he's a great starting pitcher, sure his slugging percentage is the best in all of baseball, but he's also got speed and he's like, 'Huh, okay, yeah, guys. Good job. You got me. You think you can prevent me from using my legs to score? Impossible,'" the announcer states. Ohtani's dynamic performance, both on the mound and at the plate, underscores his status as one of the most electrifying players in Major League Baseball today.

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plate in the bottom of the first inning

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