Shohei Ohtani Tops 2026 WBC Hitters, Dominates NL with Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani is ranked the #1 hitter for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. A year removed from an MLB-first 50-50 season (50 HR, 50 SB), Ohtani showcases elite strength and power. He has led the NL in slugging percentage, OPS, OPS+, and runs scored in each of the last two seasons, securing four league MVP awards and back-to-back World Series titles with the Dodgers. Ohtani remains a dominant force at the plate, on the mound, and on the basepaths.