“That was probably the greatest postseason performance of all time.” Those were the words from Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts after his two-way star put on a show in NLCS Game 4. Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB history with three home runs and 10 Ks in the same postseason game that punched their ticket to the WS. And as the Dodgers prepare for Game 3 of the World Series at home, they’ve found a fitting way to honour that unforgettable night.

Shohei Ohtani dominated from the first pitch. He struck out ten Brewers batters across six scoreless innings, shutting down Milwaukee’s lineup with precision. He hit home runs in the second, fifth, and eighth innings, and each one was louder than the last. His third moonshot, the 469-footer, flew far into right field, and it left everyone surprised.

That Homer just got honored by the Dodgers Stadium as the team returns for Game 3 of the Fall Classic. DodgersBeat’s posted on X, which read, “New Shohei Ohtani Home Run Plaque located behind RF Pavilion.” The permanent marker in right field now commemorates one of the greatest individual performances in postseason history.

That Game 4 masterpiece earned Shohei Ohtani the NLCS MVP award, but his response revealed something deeper about his character. Ohtani didn’t want to show off his own success. Instead, he quietly instructed a clubhouse attendant to replace the “Most Valuable Player” nameplate on his trophy with a scribbled message that said, “Team Effort.”

When reporters asked Ohtani about the decision, he replied, “We won it as a team, and this was really a team effort. So I hope everybody in L.A. and Japan, and all over the world, could enjoy a really good sake.”

When asked about the gesture, Roberts said, “It’s not a surprise because Shohei is such a good teammate. Game 4 was special, but he knows how much Games 1, 2, and 3 mattered. That’s who he is,  a player who shines on the biggest stage yet never forgets the people around him.”

The message resonated throughout the clubhouse: individual brilliance matters, but championships belong to everyone. With the spotlight back on him before Game 3, Ohtani is carrying the same composed demeanor that’s defined his postseason run.

Quiet confidence, Shohei Ohtani’s calm before Game 3

As the Dodgers get ready for Game 3 of the World Series at home, everyone is looking at Shohei Ohtani again. This time, it wasn’t just his bat or his arm; it was also his calm, grounded attitude going into another high-pressure night.

Ohtani stated before the game, “I do feel better at the plate recently, I’m trying to stay locked in, prepare the right way, and give credit where it’s due, the other side’s been playing great baseball too.” His statements showed the same balanced approach that has characterized his postseason: he was focused on getting better while still being humble about the competition.

When someone asked him about the iconic “We don’t need you!” cry from Toronto fans during Game 1, Ohtani just smiled and moved on. He laughed through a translator, “It was a great chant, my wife really appreciated it.” The funny answer made people chuckle in the clubhouse, which shows that Ohtani can stay calm even when there are loud crowds cheering against him.

Ohtani has a .224 postseason average with six home runs and 11 RBIs going into Game 3. He also has a 2-0 record and a 2.25 ERA on the mound. His fundamental goal, though, is still simple: stay modest, stay prepared, and keep winning. Can the Boys in Blue do it again?