Ohtani tripled and scored the Dodgers’ first run, and he eventually left his longest start of the season with a 5-4 lead. The Angels still rallied for a 6-5 victory, sweeping the six-game Freeway Series and sending the Dodgers to their fourth consecutive loss overall.

The last time Shohei Ohtani pitched against Mike Trout, there was a title on the line. With Samurai Japan on the cusp of winning the 2023 World Baseball Classic over Team USA, the stage was set for an electric matchup between two of the game's biggest superstars.

Former Los Angeles Angels two-way player Shohei Ohtani commented on his return to the mound at Angel Stadium and pitching against former teammate Mike Trout. Af

When Zach Neto debuted for the Los Angeles Angels in 2023, he got two global stars in Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout as his teammates. For Neto, the experience was intimidating and inspiring.

The return of Shohei Ohtani to two-way superstardom hasn't left any doubt: Pitcher Ohtani is as nasty as ever … if not nastier. He's struck out 15 batters in 8 1/3 innings over his two most recent outings on the mound,

The Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani reignites a personal rivalry with former teammate Mike Trout, fanning him with a 101 mph strikeout in a dramatic showdown that reminded fans of their unforgettable past matchups.

Two legends of the game squared up on Wednesday, as Shohei Ohtani pitched to Mike Trout as the LA Angels hosted the LA Dodgers in Anaheim.

Ohtani will pitch Wednesday at Angel Stadium for the first time as a visitor. Trout will occupy Ohtani's old spot as designated hitter.