I've long been curious about home run hitters. It's often said that home run hitters also tend to strike out and walk a lot, but to what extent is this true? Certainly, home run hitters likely focus on powerful swings, which could lead to more strikeouts. However, there are players like Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams who hit many home runs but strike out infrequently. And while pitchers are likely to be more wary of home run hitters, leading to more walks, the degree of this l

This year, 2026, Shohei Ohtani's low home run count has become a major topic of discussion in both Japan and the US. In 2024, Ohtani hit a league-leading 54 home runs, and in 2025, he hit a career-high 55 home runs, ranking second in the league. It's fair to say that everyone recognized Ohtani as a hitter capable of hitting many home runs. However, as of the end of May 2026, Ohtani’s home run count is only 10. If he continues at this pace, he will finish the season with 27