Ohtani Thankful After 'Special' Return to Anaheim

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani made his long-awaited return to Anaheim on Tuesday night, and he did not disappoint.

The two-way star went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs in the Angels' 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

It was Ohtani's first game back in Anaheim since he suffered a UCL sprain in his right elbow in early July.

Ohtani was understandably emotional after the game.

"It was a special night for me," Ohtani said through an interpreter.

"I'm just so thankful to be back on the field and playing in front of our fans."

Ohtani's return is a big boost for the Angels, who are currently in the midst of a playoff race.

The Angels are 6-3 since Ohtani returned to the lineup, and they are now just 2.5 games out of a wild-card spot.

Here are some of the highlights from Ohtani's return to Anaheim:

• Ohtani hit a solo home run in the first inning off Dodgers starter Julio Urías.
• Ohtani doubled in Mike Trout in the third inning.
• Ohtani pitched a scoreless fifth inning, striking out two batters.

Ohtani's performance on Tuesday night was a reminder of just how valuable he is to the Angels.

He is one of the most unique players in baseball, and he has the potential to be a superstar.

With Ohtani back in the lineup, the Angels have a chance to make a run at the playoffs.