Unable to duplicate the fireworks-filled batting practice of Shohei Ohtani, the Angels fell 4-2 to Colorado on Tuesday night.
Playing in a National League park that doesn't allow for a designated hitter, Ohtani didn't start. He pinch-hit in the seventh inning, grounding out as the potential tying run with the Angels trailing 2-0.
Each one was marked by oohs and aahs. When Ohtani was done, he received an ovation particularly hearty given that the game was still an hour or so away from starting.
Beforehand, manager Mike Scioscia talked about the importance of being productive here, noting the need to "score whatever runs are available" in a place famous for serving all-you-can-eat offense.