# Kazuma Okamoto Ties Ohtani’s Rookie HR Record | Toronto Blue Jays News

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Podcast: [Toronto Blue Jays News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toronto-blue-jays-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7456600)
Published: 2026-07-11T20:06:00+00:00
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Kazuma Okamoto just shattered rookie records—literally—by hitting his 22nd home run of the season, tying Shohei Ohtani’s 2018 mark for most homers by a Japanese-born MLB rookie. His game-changing three-run blast against the Padres didn’t just chase a number—it turned the tide and secured the Blue Jays’ win. Humble as ever, Okamoto credits Ohtani and vows to keep improving, already on pace to break the record before the All-Star break. With a showdown against the Padres looming, the rookie’s historic run is just getting started. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8939d2e89ec2ecc9

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