MLB’s Post on Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani Catches Attention originally appeared on Athlon Sports. No matter what Shohei Ohtani does, it’s headline-worthy in the world of baseball. The Dodgers' superstar recently made his first appearance on the mound this season and continues to perform as one of the game’s most elite hitters.

The day that the Dodgers have been waiting for since they signed Shohei Ohtani to a then-record contract is nearly here: Ohtani's first start as a pitcher in a Dodgers uniform is set for Monday night against the Padres.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani will next pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday against the Washington Nationals. The two-way superstar made his mound debut for the Dodgers on Monday against the San Diego Padres, throwing one inning and allowing one run and two hits. He also batted leadoff as the designated hitter and had two hits.