Shohei Ohtani leads the new Los Angeles empire

After six seasons shining solo with the Los Angeles Angels, without a single postseason appearance, Japanese star Shohei Ohtani decided it was time for a change. In 2024, he landed with the Dodgers, and just a year later, he’s celebrating his second consecutive World Series title. The move paid off—not just with results, but with purpose.

In Game 7 against the Blue Jays, the Dodgers were two outs away from defeat when Miguel Rojas hit a game-tying home run. Shohei Ohtani stood in the on-deck circle, eager to keep the fight alive. The team responded, and Los Angeles was crowned champion for the second year in a row—something that hadn’t happened in MLB in 25 years. According to Marca, Ohtani wasn’t just a witness; he was an emotional and competitive engine behind the triumph.

 

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Talent and winning culture

Shohei Ohtani continues to prove that his talent goes beyond highlight reels. His leadership—shown through humble gestures after explosive performances—has been key to the Dodgers’ transformation. In his new home, he found a winning culture fueled by stars like Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and manager Dave Roberts. Ownership plays a role too, with Magic Johnson celebrating his “18th championship ring” on social media, including the three he now has with the Dodgers.

But this team isn’t satisfied. They’re already thinking about 2026 with a clear goal: to emulate the last great MLB dynasty—the New York Yankees, who won three straight World Series titles from 1998 to 2000. To do that, they’ll need to overcome rising rivals like the San Diego Padres, who have stepped up and sparked a new division rivalry.

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— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) November 2, 2025

A new MLB empire

With Shohei Ohtani healthy and regaining his form on the mound, and with talents like World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Dodgers are shaping up to be baseball’s new empire. The structure is in place, the ambition is real. And Ohtani, who came in search of team victories, now leads a project built to leave a lasting mark.

 

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The frustration is behind him. Today, Shohei Ohtani doesn’t just win—he builds a legacy that’s hard to match. After all, not every player turns out to be a unicorn.