Ohtani Wins Male Athlete of the Year, Shattering Records

Shohei Ohtani, a two-way baseball star, has been named The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the fourth time, tying him with sports legends like Lance Armstrong, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods. Ohtanis incredible performance in 2025 led the Los Angeles Dodgers to a repeat World Series title. His global impact is evident, with record-breaking viewership in Japan and growing international interest in baseball. Despite surgeries, Ohtani plans to continue playing as a two-way star and aims for a third consecutive World Series championship. He also seeks to improve his English to better connect with fans. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.