LOS ANGELES — On an unforgettable evening at Dodger Stadium, after his intentional walk to Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts delivered a response that the MLB world couldn’t ignore. It wasn’t just a hit – it was a statement: “Never underestimate us!”
The Snap and the Wake-Up Call
The Dodgers were leading 2–1. The A’s chose to walk Ohtani, then challenged Betts. Not missing the opportunity, Betts immediately hit a two-run double, putting the Dodgers up 4–1.
But the climax came moments later: Betts turned toward the opposing dugout, shouting:
“Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!” — a defiant wake-up call. EssentiallySports
A counterattack without a stick, but enough to hit the opponent straight in the heart.
“Only competitors do that” — Betts explains
In a post-match interview, Betts shared sincerely:
“It’s all part of the game — if your opponent plays that game, you have to react. I felt it was disrespectful, and I had to speak up.”
And added:
“I knew when they tried to let Ohtani walk, it meant ‘he’s not worth playing against’ — and I wanted to prove it to them.”
The response couldn’t be cooler
Betts’ double was more than just a hit — it was a psychological victory. That strong action made the opponent realize: if you want to get past Ohtani, think twice when facing Betts.
Coach Dave Roberts later emphasized:
“Betts is a fighter. When someone insults his team or his style of play, he responds — and almost always shines.”
On Reddit, this clip went viral:
“Mookie hit three out of four times after Ohtani intentionally walked.”
And fans commented:
“They (opponents) were too complacent — and Betts proved them wrong.”
Mookie Betts is more than just a hitter, he represents the Dodgers spirit: courageous, fighting to the end, and ready to speak up when challenged.