Shohei Ohtani threw the fastest pitch of his MLB career on Saturday as he continued his return to the mound with two innings during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 9-5 defeat to the Kansas City Royals.

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani threw the hardest pitch of his MLB career in Saturday's start against the Kansas City Royals ( a 9-5 loss ). Ohtani uncorked a 101.7 mph fastball on an 0-2 count against Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino, with Pasquantino pulling the ball to second base for an inning-ending double play.

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, who currently ranks second in MLB with 29 home runs, told reporters on Saturday he doesn't plan to compete in the 2025 Home Run Derby.