Ohtani's first HR ball from 2025 World Series sells for $114K

The baseball Shohei Ohtani hit for his first World Series home run fetched $114,000 at an auction.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:24pm

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A fractured, geometric painting depicting Ohtani's home run swing and the baseball's path, with vibrant colors representing the Dodgers and Blue Jays uniforms.A cubist interpretation of Shohei Ohtani's historic first World Series home run, capturing the explosive power and dynamic motion of the iconic moment.Laguna Niguel Today

The baseball that Shohei Ohtani hit for his first career World Series home run was sold at auction for $114,000. The two-run blast came in Game 1 of the 2025 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays. The winning bid included a buyer's premium.

Why it matters

Ohtani is one of the biggest stars in baseball, and his memorabilia commands high prices at auction. This sale highlights the immense value of historic sports collectibles, especially those associated with premier players and championship events.

The details

Ohtani's first World Series homer came in the seventh inning of Game 1 on October 24, 2025. His two-run shot off Blue Jays pitcher Braydon Fisher accounted for the final runs scored in the game, which Toronto won 11-4. The ball bounced once before being caught by Blue Jays fan Saajan Hopton.

  • Ohtani hit the home run in the seventh inning of Game 1 on October 24, 2025.
  • The auction for the baseball closed on Sunday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Shohei Ohtani

A four-time MLB MVP who joined the Los Angeles Dodgers as a free agent in 2024 on a 10-year, $700 million contract. He led the majors in RBIs (146) and total bases (380) during the 2025 season.

Braydon Fisher

The Toronto Blue Jays pitcher who gave up Ohtani's first World Series home run in Game 1 of the 2025 Fall Classic.

Saajan Hopton

The Blue Jays fan who caught Ohtani's first World Series home run ball.

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What they’re saying

“SHOHEI OHTANI FIRST WORLD SERIES HOMER 😮‍💨🔥”

— Bleacher Report

What’s next

The Dodgers would go on to win the 2025 World Series in seven games, their second consecutive championship.

The takeaway

Ohtani's historic home run ball from the 2025 World Series demonstrates the immense value of sports memorabilia associated with elite players and championship moments. As one of baseball's biggest stars, Ohtani's collectibles will continue to command premium prices at auction.