Shohei Ohtani hits leadoff homer against Twins in Minneapolis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:55 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Shohei Ohtani launched a leadoff home run for the Dodgers in their game against the Twins on June 22, 2026, giving Los Angeles a 1-0 lead. The home run, which captivated fans, brought Ohtani closer to Mookie Betts and Davey Lopes on the Dodgers' all-time leadoff home runs list. Entering the game, Ohtani was already having a strong June, having hit six homers in the month. The game is part of a series opener at Target Field.
- •Ohtani's homer was his 24th leadoff home run for the Dodgers.
- •Ohtani entered the game with a.324 average on the road this season.
- •The Dodgers previously lost their last two games to Baltimore.
- 11:55 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani wastes no time, launches jaw-dropping leadoff homer into Minneapolis night
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