Shohei Ohtani might be rewriting baseball history on the field, but off it? He’s just like the rest of us-craving a good In-N-Out burger.
In a recent interview, the Dodgers’ two-way superstar revealed his go-to orders at the iconic California fast-food joint. Turns out, Ohtani switches it up depending on the time of year.
“In the offseason, I always get the protein style. During the season, I usually order animal style,” he said.
It’s a small detail, sure-but one that feels perfectly on brand for Ohtani. Disciplined and focused when it matters most, but not afraid to indulge once the grind eases up. The man who can go deep at the plate and dominate on the mound also knows when to skip the bun and when to double down on grilled onions and secret sauce.
Ohtani’s been a California guy his entire MLB career, first with the Angels in Anaheim and now with the Dodgers in Los Angeles. So it’s no surprise he’s got a soft spot for In-N-Out-a staple of SoCal culture that’s as much a part of the local identity as palm trees and postgame sunsets. Whether you’re a rookie or a reigning MVP, a late-night In-N-Out run is practically a rite of passage.
But while his burger preferences are fun to dissect, the real story is what Ohtani’s cooking up for 2026.
He’s heading into his ninth MLB season-and his third with the Dodgers-with the same mission that’s defined his career: win. And with the Dodgers chasing what would be a third straight title and the 10th in franchise history, the stakes are sky-high. If there’s anyone built for that kind of pressure, it’s Ohtani.
Coming off yet another MVP season-his fourth overall and third in a row-Ohtani continues to redefine what’s possible in the modern game. Last year, he posted a .282/.392/.622 slash line with a career-high 55 home runs, 102 RBIs, 146 runs scored, and 20 stolen bases across 158 games and 727 plate appearances. His 1.014 OPS speaks for itself, but so does the way he impacts every single game he plays.
And now, with a loaded Dodgers roster behind him, Ohtani isn’t just chasing another MVP-he’s chasing legacy. A fifth MVP would put him in rare air, and a third straight World Series win? That’s dynasty territory.
So while we might laugh about his burger orders, the truth is, Shohei Ohtani is all business when it matters. Whether he’s going protein style in the offseason or going deep in October, the man knows exactly what he’s doing.
And if you’re the rest of the league? You’d better be ready-because Ohtani’s appetite for greatness is showing no signs of slowing down.