CC Sabathia calls Shohei Ohtani the greatest player of all time

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

CC Sabathia calls Shohei Ohtani the greatest player of all time
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C.C. Sabathia appeared on 'The Dan Patrick Show' and asserted that Shohei Ohtani is the greatest baseball player of all time, surpassing legends like Barry Bonds. Sabathia emphasized Ohtani's dual-threat capability as both an elite hitter and pitcher, claiming no other player can currently match his accomplishments at such a high level. He also mentioned the increasing difficulty of today's baseball environment compared to the past. Ohtani, a four-time MVP, leads in several categories this season, boosting his standing as a two-way player. The discussion around Ohtani's status continues as he plays in his ninth MLB season.

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  • C.C. Sabathia says Ohtani is the GOAT on The Dan Patrick Show.
  • Ohtani has won four MVP awards and is a two-way star.
  • Sabathia cites today’s tougher competition in baseball.
  • Ohtani leads MLB with a 1.50 ERA this season.
  • The discussion reflects ongoing debate about baseball's greatest players.
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  • 12:45 AMYahoo SportsCC Sabathia doesn’t hold back, calls Shohei Ohtani the GOAT over Barry Bonds
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Shohei Ohtani is the best baseball player of today's generation, but is he the greatest of all time?

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