Shohei Ohtani's every step, swing and smile were intensely followed this week during his homecoming at the Tokyo Dome, an event that would make most mortals wilt under the pressure. The Japanese slugger was introduced before each at-bat to loud roars that continued until a few seconds before the pitch,

The Tokyo Dome was packed to the rafters to see the Dodgers and Cubs compete in the Tokyo Series, and Shohei Ohtani didn’t disappoint. A 5th inning home run was met with one of the best crowd reactions you’ll ever hear.

Major League Baseball has had no shortage of stars, but it has never seen a sensation like Ohtani, who is Japan’s answer to Babe Ruth.