Shohei Ohtani might have locked up the American League's Most Valuable Player Award on Sunday, with seven dominant innings against a visiting Seattle Mariners team still fighting for a spot in the postseason.
But his Los Angeles Angels ultimately lost for the 82nd time in 2021, solidifying something else: a sixth consecutive losing season in Anaheim, California.
Four of those have come with Ohtani on the team, the last of which occurred while he navigated arguably the most uniquely impressive season in baseball history. After Sunday's 5-1 loss, Ohtani -- ineligible for free agency until after the 2023 season -- was asked if he wants to stay with the Angels long term.