Shohei Ohtani is just two home runs and two stolen bases away from making history as MLB's first-ever 50-50 player, proving once again that he can hit it out of the park — and steal your heart.

With 48 home runs and 48 stolen bases already logged this season, Ohtani is on the cusp of an unprecedented achievement that not even the sports gods foresaw: a 50-50 season. While he’s making history with his bat, he’s also keeping fans on their toes with the possibility of a postseason pitching return, making him the ultimate multitasker in baseball — because why just knock it out of the park when you can also steal it?

Currently, Ohtani is tied with Adrian Beltré for the second-most homers in a single season in Dodgers history. This incredible feat not only highlights Ohtani's hitting prowess but also cleverly suggests that he might want to plan a dinner date with Beltré to discuss the finer points of achieving greatness. Perhaps they could take turns flipping a coin to see who gets the MVP trophy; wouldn't that be a sight?

In addition to his power-hitting, Ohtani has become the first player in a century who fits nicely into the obscure yet intriguing 85 extra-base hits and 45 steals club. That’s right—130 years has elapsed since someone dared to pull off such a staggering combination, leading historians to wonder if they've stumbled upon the baseball equivalent of a unicorn sighting. It’s almost enough to make you question the existence of players who settle for, say, 30-30 seasons and then retire as usual.

What’s more impressive is Ohtani’s burst in August, where he managed to hit 14 home runs. This marks a distinct change from July, where, in a performance that can only be described as 'curiously pedestrian,' he hit a mere six. Perhaps in August, he decided that six was simply not enough home runs to match his hype, like showing up to a fancy dinner party with only one slice of bread when all your friends have brought entire loaves.

Ohtani's current numbers have led him to become a strong favorite to win his third career MVP award, placing him squarely in the spotlight. To be fair, if there were an award for multitasking, Ohtani should also be in contention for that as well. Should he win MVP, one can only hope he won't insist on sharing his award with those boring 40-40 club members who are clearly envious of his ability to transcend the game.

However, it's worth noting that Ohtani has been rehabbing from elbow surgery and has not pitched this season. Fans had better appreciate him while they can, given that he appears to be adding 'legendary status' to the title of 'two-way player.' When asked about his future on the mound, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has kept the door ajar for a postseason return, leading many to wonder if Ohtani's elbow is simply biding its time to join in on the fun.

As if that weren't enough, the added tension of his potential postseason comeback could transform the excitement levels among fans and players alike. Ohtani could reinstate the adage that it's all fun and games until someone steals a base—then it's just a spectacle. The thought of Ohtani sprinting across the diamond while sluggers look at each other in disbelief is certainly one that will linger long after the game is over.

In light of all these jaw-dropping feats, it seems we are all cruising down the home stretch of a season that will forever be etched in MLB history. The world waits with bated breath—or should it be bated swings—hoping Ohtani's milestone will indeed be reached. The only thing we know for certain is that if anyone can pull off this performance, it’s Shohei Ohtani. After all, he’s already made one thing abundantly clear: history certainly could use a good pinch runner.