Shohei Ohtani Thanks Blue Jays Fans for Taunts

Shohei Ohtani faced boos and jeers from Toronto fans during Games 1 and 2 of the World Series. Ohtani acknowledged the reception, mentioning his wife appreciated the chants. The Blue Jays fans chanted "We don't need you!" in reference to Ohtani's past free-agency decision.

The chants occurred during Ohtani's at-bats in both games, with the crowd expressing their sentiments. Despite the reception, Ohtani hit his first World Series home run in Game 1 and contributed to Los Angeles' victory in Game 2.

Ohtani is set to start Game 4 after an impressive performance in the National League Championship Series, where he excelled both as a pitcher and hitter. Katie Woo, a staff writer for The Athletic, covers Major League Baseball and the St. Louis Cardinals.