I impressed Shohei Ohtani with my Japanese and he hooked me up at Comerica Park

I didn't just invent this trick -- I perfected it! Asking foreign players for baseballs in their native languages? OBVIOUSLY that's going to help you stand out from from every other doofus simply shouting "Heeeeeeere!! Heeeeeeeere!!" And by the way, this wasn't just any random baseball. It was THE ball that Shohei used to warm up for his start against the Detroit Tigers on the day that he pitched eight brilliant innings AND hit his 40th home run of the season. He better win the MVP Award. That's all I can say. Oh, and Miguel Cabrera was attempting to hit his 500th career homer, so there was LOTS going on at Comerica Park.
I attended this game without my videographer, so I filmed the action POV style with a GoPro. Batting practice was a struggle, but at least I got to see Mike Trout in the outfield. Hopefully he'll be back soon from his injury.
This game took place on August 18, 2021. The Los Angels Angels won it by the score of 3-1, and because Miggy did NOT hit the milestone homer, I decided to stick around for one more day. Look for that video next and thanks for watching this one.

[@CASEMSTR]

When Shohei gets a mass cheer for hitting a home run in an opposing park is how you know thats someone special hahaha

[@zackhample]

True.

[@jctrock]

Or the Tigers aren’t going to the playoffs.. so cheer the other guy!

[@LilMacYT]

Hey Zack! I really appreciate your videos! I was at a game for my 13th birthday the other night, and me and some friends were using all your strategies to get baseballs! We each got one. Your the best, Zack!!!

[@dwightschrute9819]

@@LilMacYT ....you’re

[@tikilo6915]

@@dwightschrute9819 politely shut up

[@billmetzler8890]

Great job on getting Shohei’s attention with your language skills! Love hearing you break the barriers with the non English speaking players. Hope it makes them feel at home.

[@zackhample]

Thanks, Bill!

[@nancycoleman369]

Did anyone hear of Stephen A’s is ESPN remark that Ohtani was a bad representative of baseball because he doesn’t speak English? Everyone would make fun of him if he spoke broken English! Of course, Stephen A’s career is made of saying calculated controversial statements. No one takes him seriously!

[@CSI426]

@@geraldbaker7149 - Shohei does speak English. You can see he talks with the team mates. I believe he speaks Japanese during interviews so the Japanese fans can understand also.

[@Jake-fd1oj]

@@geraldbaker7149 how many languages do you speak?

[@nicolasclaire7463]

@@geraldbaker7149 they might not have time between training on the off season and we’ll the games

[@jono1432]

The language thing works really well, especially if its a certain dialect or saying to a specific region. Was with a good friend at a soccer game (MLS) where he called out to the German player (and World Cup star) Bastian Schweinsteiger during warmups. What he said what something that only someone from the same region would recognize and not just "regular" German language. Schweinsteiger comes over, they have a 10 minute conversation (I understood none of this) and at the end says (translated from friend), "Meet me at the tunnel at the end of the game". He goes down, Schweinsteiger gives him his game worn jersey (yes, right off his body at the end of the game. Kinda gross, tbh) and they chatted for a few more minutes before shaking hands and parting ways.

[@austriangroyper9308]

Very cool, Schweinsteiger seems like a great guy!

[@skbuch16]

My old tennis coach and his kids are huge Bayern fans (pretty sure they are of German descent). He and his youngest daughter went to a Bayern game in the States and I think she spoke to Thomas Muller in German and also got a game-worn jersey and a conversation with Muller as well. Pretty sweet stuff

[@jjnba6074]

That’s so awesome

[@claytonreid996]

huge fan of Basti, Im American and spent a bit of time in Germany and had a similar exchange with Joshua Kimmich. Top Lads!

[@gali2256]

Not gonna read that but I’m sorry or glad that happened to you

[@RookieMelo]

4:43 is the part you came for but should watch the whole vid , Zack is a class act

[@H28545]

Ohtani is a legend! I’ve never been to a baseball game but I feel like I’ve just experienced some of it! Thanks for the video👏

[@mo_rhec6293]

i love when kids and parents look at this guy like “ hey gonna give us the ball “ just for this guy to say nah this is going into my collection of thousands

[@sdhydro7152]

You're a legend, what you're doing for the game is underrated. There wont be another person like you after the vlogs come to an end. Thanks for making baseball fun Zack!

[@graham3041]

@@geraldbaker7149 a hater?

[@superbitesizedbuckets2451]

@@geraldbaker7149 idk man zack definitely made baseball more enjoyable for me. I appreciated it differently now

[@zackhample]

I'm going to live forever, and the vlogs will never end. Also, thanks for the kind words.

[@nkirk6]

@@zackhample which night were you at? I was at 8/19/21

[@dustinkerrigan7964]

@@geraldbaker7149 I started watching because of Zack and Jomboy. Maybe the league should do a better job advertising.

[@OCRay1]

Have to admit. That was pretty slick learning to speak a line or two of Japanese to get a ball from Ohtani. Keep going. You may get a lot more if you, as an American, learned to speak the language mostly to converse with him at the park.

[@Sneakycastro69]

You can tell he didn’t want to give him the ohtani ball, it hurt him 😆.

[@zerofps1464]

ong bro wanted to run away lmfaoo

[@rico9163]

@Johnny Sins not what he said but alright

[@manicsandwich5714]

@Johnny Sins read the comment of the dude I replied to and maybe your context clues will help you figure it out 😑

[@sm3dium]

Sheesh he shouldn’t even have made that promise 🤣

[@mary_mildred]

Zach's thinking 1 M views.

[@chieflongsock]

I think Zack needs an intervention lol he's got the shakes from not having a baseball, its becoming a problem hahaha jk Zack love the videos, much love from Northern NY

[@zackhample]

It's no joke. You're right.

[@timeland8343]

@@zackhample Most people’s addictions: Caffeine Booze Hard drugs Zach’s addiction: Baseballs I should trade booze in for baseball

[@alexsmith1878]

@@zackhample Where you at the Toronto game were Miggy got 500?

[@Mr._Kiwi]

@@alexsmith1878 I think he was at the LLWS mlb game

[@quinnhoffmann9593]

Most people are addicted to caffeine, alcohol, drugs, not Zach, he likes balls

[@btsdancestudio5691]

What a great gesture from all three of you guys. Showtime is just an awesome person. I grew up 10 minutes from the ''Big A" its so surreal he is a part of our small market team!

[@Rylopero]

Wish it stayed small market. Anaheim Angels just had a nice ring to it

[@jake3689]

Man, you were there? It was unfortunate that you couldn’t see Miggy’s 500th H.R. But you were lucky to see Ohtani san’s 8th win and 40th H.R.👍

[@topboyproduction]

40*

[@simonklein5779]

Thanks for being a great guy Keep up the good work Zack Can’t stop watching you

[@Monnya]

Zack, your Japanese skill is professional. Cheers from Tokyo!

[@jasonshapiro9932]

Zack, you’re living the life my friend 👍😎

[@zackhample]

:)

[@digitaldoc1976]

Good lookin' out, giving that ball to the kid. My first time on your channel and that act of kindness earned a thumb and a subscribe. You're a class act Zack.

[@bongoboy5269]

I’ve been waiting for this vid for so long

[@Punkologist]

This is so cool. I'm an Australian Angels fan since 1992 and have not yet been to a Major League game. I plan to go in the next couple of years. It's so cool seeing this perspective.

[@robertwomack6015]

Love these..thank you for taking us along 👊

[@BuzzerBeaters]

Hey Zack, my son and I love watching your videos. Thanks for being a great role model and a way for me to connect with my son

[@zackhample]

You're very welcome! Love to hear that.

[@its_jimmy2731]

I remember seeing you at this game and it was the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. I was shaking and didn’t know what to do with myself. I just want to thank you for being such a great person. 👍

[@zackhample]

Wow. You're very welcome and thanks for the nice comment.

[@moneybags9427]

Hey Zack I watch your vids everyday when I get the notification that you upload again great video ⚾️⚾️

[@MobsterSause15]

Thanks for the video today, Zack. It took away the feelings of frustration from today at work. Gonna try again tomorrow, and shoot for the stars!

[@zackhample]

You’re welcome, Richard. I hope tomorrow's a better day for you.

[@MobsterSause15]

@@zackhample Thank you, Zack, for I appreciate that greatly 😌.

[@javierlopez9506]

AWESOME VID!!! IMPRESSIVE LEARNING JAPANESE CONGRATS ON THE BASEBALL..🔥⚾️🔥

[@zackhample]

Thanks, Javier.

[@mlballhawks]

OUTSTANDING! Z cracks me up in front of the 499 sign! Great to see all the love for the GOAT! AND a Shohei toss up?! GREAT WORK!

[@garymeredith2441]

Zack you put on a great KZbin absolutely fantastic I love your approach the the approach you have with the fans they approach you have with the players you I've seen a lot of KZbinrs you do you just do right especially that guy that gave you the piece of pizza that was fantastic .

[@ausm5569]

You are my favorite KZbinr ever!!! Keep up the good work

[@nickholstein261]

Your vids made me interested in baseball again thanks zack

[@zackhample]

Glad to hear it!

[@smokey4086]

Super cool that you're at like 600,000 subscribers and your fans love you so much. Keep up the work you seem like a good dude.

[@wittlekock7509]

shohei is such a cool guy. thanks for another banger zack!!

[@yellowpitch1840]

Great coverage.

[@austin735]

This was so cool. Great job Zach!

[@AstuteObservations]

Its always crazy to me just HOW many people recognize you and want to get a picture or get something signed. You're a stand up guy Zach.

[@lionsfan7500]

Zack as a proud Detroiter it's been awesome with all the love you have shown the D this summer. For someone that lives in NYC and attend 5 games at the Copa this summer means a lot to the fans and it showed in the videos. As always another GREAT video and I look forward to seeing more videos of you this season.

[@overdueresidue]

Comerica is an amazing ball park and downtown Detroit has come so far in the last 20 years, really great experience.

[@aidanfinkofficial]

Always a great day when you upload! Hope you are having a good day.

[@zackhample]

Thank you, sir!

[@jeremyadlermusic]

It must be such a special feeling to bring a smile to all these peoples faces! Keep being you Zach!

[@USArailfanner3448]

Great video Zack! I am a huge fan of you!

[@andrewdigiambattista487]

Awsome video keep up with awsome work

[@wrightway65]

I sat behind you in Right Field. It was cool seeing how popular you are 😁 Keep up the great work Zack

[@degio8986]

You asking Ohtani in his own language for sure got you that! Reminds me of when Real Madrid came to the US. While everyone was being obnoxious asking for an autograph he was denying everyone until he passed in front of me I said, “How are you doing Malagueño” in Spanish. He saw his jersey and came and signed it right away 🙏🏽

[@ytcommenter1178]

"If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart."

[@drewtappin2539]

I was at the 500 homer game. Huge ovation for Miggy after he hit it!

[@roseb21501]

Lucky 🍀

[@trevorhebert6754]

Me too i recorded evrey miggy pitch

[@Broseftoast]

Just stumbled upon this video. Very cool man you keeping your word when you mentioned that dude let you use his spot in the front row. I’m sure getting the ball actually tossed to you from shohei was awesome in itself.

[@astrosfan74]

I was able to meet and get Mike Trout's autograph on a Texas League baseball in 2011 when he was a North Division All-Star for that league. I got as much of a team ball signed by the North and South All-Star players that season. He was a nice person then and is still a nice person now. Hope we see him return to to the field of play in real live game action. I know its been frustrating for him to be injured once again. He seems to get injured often throughout his career. Best of everything to him this season and his future.

[@EthanRuuuuu]

My bad Zack got to this video later since i was busy but another one keep her going man🤙

[@Midfield_Media]

Zach I see why everyone loves you man. I do too. Such a good job how u give so many balls away to true fans. Love ya bro.

[@jodycwilliams]

I’m going to see him in Houston on Sept 11th, and I got right field seats! Cannot wait.

[@poopsmacker]

That was so cool how he just asked for the ball in Japanese!!

[@jaydenkuhon3996]

It’s funny how he thought this would be the game where Miggy hits 500 but he got it against my Toronto Blue Jays in Canada

[@laflame5798]

Ha ha yes funny

[@masonwolfram7260]

Lol

[@mateoippolito9965]

@@geraldbaker7149 👎

[@tombombschannel585]

Your that one kid who likes the jays because of troydan no cap

[@mikeg9672]

Yeah soooo funny 😵‍💫

[@jonathanlovo7391]

I love the video Zack its so awesome

[@zackhample]

Thanks!

[@sidneymartell4372]

Love the content

[@carljuztine3328]

haven't watched you sir for so long, i think a year ago, belated congrats on 500K+ Subs!

[@cameronpedersen1162]

I saw you the game after this one sadly didn’t get a pic but keep up the good work!!!!!!

[@emjavee5350]

I was at this game. I wish I could have met you. I love all your videos.

[@jacobp8057]

Zack is the type of guy to learn Japanese just to get a baseball. Gotta love it!

[@thatguydylan314]

Perfect for guys like Shohei Ohtani, Yu Darvish, and Seiya Suzuki

[@MrOrca30]

Mad weird for a grown adult

[@clutch9382]

@@MrOrca30 well he has an established brand bc of it now so how would it be weird? It’s a guaranteed multiple balls + videos, + a good new skill. You’re weird for commenting that

[@genieinthepot2455]

@@MrOrca30 at the end of the day it's (hopefully) a business decision for content purposes.

[@scottbever2057]

You’re a good man giving the ball to that young man!

[@SMOgamer10]

Hey zack! At some point you should try to see a Portland sea dogs game, they are the AA team for the Boston Red Sox, the crowd is always so friendly, and they share the same vibes and traditions that the Red Sox have. You would have so much fun, I see their games all the time

[@nepatrul6075]

Yoooooo Maine is the shit! Sea Dogs are much fun! The Way Life Should Be!!!

[@josephs6620]

Used your skills to get a baseball at Oriole Park last week. Thanks Zack, your a great coach.

[@zackhample]

Nice job!

[@josephs6620]

@Aaron Smith I only got one and only aimed for one. I wanted to enjoy the game and not run around the whole time. But I got Ryan Mountcastles autograph

[@mary_mildred]

Legendary episode, Zach

[@jordangibbs3109]

He had the crowd cheering Now thats respect 💯💯🔥🔥🔥💪💪💪 He's a legend

[@BroPhotography]

that game was something else, detroit was rocking wish i could of saw you that night but shohei made up for it

[@Burt_Sampson]

Mad respect for showing your fans so much love. Hope to see you at a Nats game One day

[@zackhample]

I hope so too.

[@adamramirez2144]

While it was only a pinch hit appearance, I was lucky to see a Ohtani at-bat in 2018 when the Angels came to Petco, and not bad with the Japanese, it’s nice to see people learning new languages through baseball!

[@alexkirby3160]

Zack is good for the game. He makes kids love to come

[@ErynnJohnson]

Love the Detroit videos

[@zackhample]

✌️

[@aliciahorwitz1405]

Zack u are a beast in catching baseballs

[@thesinisterdistrictpodcast]

Zack hample! Love the videos

[@MrSouthofBoston]

4:56 This is what makes baseball so great! That my friend got you a new subscriber.

[@tikitikibig3935]

日本のテレビに出てましたよ！！

[@jakejohnson7519]

Commenting only because I seen someone say how influential Zach is. He kinda got me into baseball. I’ve played it when I was younger and stuff but going and seeing what an actual mlb game is like for someone who is unable to go is so cool. It makes me appreciate the sport and history more

[@jackangeloni1708]

Shohei is amazing

[@gabos7892]

5:11 "You're the man 🤷‍♂️" hahaha lol

[@madden6197]

Shohei=MVP 🐐

[@Chrisb8s]

Goat

[@maddog1028]

Well that age well he did win mvp

[@azura0994]

Major props on getting it and handing it over

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

Colin has a future in investments, knows a good bet when he sees one and got a high ROI.

[@JohnSmith-ef2sx]

Wtf.... I can't believe you took the time to learn to say that and then had the perfect opportunity to say it and succeed. That must have felt good.

[@spartandawgs177]

Yessir Detroit love the vids man I live in the 313 love the vid man

[@baseball2741]

Another video at the best ballpark in baseball let’s go

[@Doskk]

Getting that ball after shoheis bullpen using Japanese was pretty damn cool. Love it Zack.

[@BaseballRittner]

Zack, you looked like your internal batteries were dying without your juice (a baseball) in the beginning there. It was awesome you got to see trout. Didn’t spot him during BP the other day in Cleveland.

[@nanana5740]

“ Take it home and think about it.” That killed me 😂

[@cameronclark3927]

And that’s why everyone hates this prick.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

@@cameronclark3927 what would you have done differently Cameron?

[@17Helton]

@@craigborrenpohl1233 I'm sure Cameron is a "fine gentleman."

[@cameronclark3927]

@@craigborrenpohl1233 I would have given the ball to miggy no questions asked. All I would want is a signed bat ball and jersey. I wouldn’t take it home and then make miggy pay for it like this prick did with arod

[@cameronclark3927]

@@17Helton I sure as hell don’t go to a mlb game a run over and push people including kids for a ball as a grown man 😂.

[@chrisrice2083]

I absolutely love this ball park I have been there 3 times another awesome video zack any way I can get the ticket stub??

[@josephantenidii5070]

Love you Zach and appreciate what op you do for the game of baseball

[@TyHudson42]

Smart to learn some Japanese language skills to ask Shohei for a ball. Very smart . Sounded like you practiced🖖😎

[@evrproductions]

Best baseball youtuber ever!!!

[@frederickglass1583]

This was awesome. I still remember getting free tix from some guy that worked for Rawlings at a Cardinals game halfway thru the game with my dad back in 2007. As soon as the inning ended, EVERYONE was at the Cards' dugout yelling "Albert, gimme a ball!" or "Albert, hey Albert!" Little me, knowing a bit of spanish from my trip to Cancun years prior, instead asked him "Puedo tener una pelota por favor, El Hombre?" I kid you not, he looked DIRECTLY at me while pointing, nodded, and tossed me the ball from that inning. I still smile just thinking about that moment. The smile on his face was something I wished I'd gotten a photo of that day. Learn a foreign language, guys. You have no idea how much it means to these Non-American players when fans can speak small tidbits or small talk in their mother tongue. And 9 times of 10, you'll likely get a bone tossed to you for impressing them.

[@andrewdigiambattista487]

Awsome video

[@br__uh]

Awesome seeing the amazing Detroit fans

[@farmdude2020]

That was a magical moment. It's the little things in life folks.

[@cartermacewen3086]

Was so stoked to have met you after the game, but bummed to not see Miggy hit his 500th at home

[@zackhample]

I was bummed too.

[@spencerwerner8306]

Great to meet you zack!

[@shep840]

Got a pic with you at this game. Great meeting you!

[@phuckfumassters]

Very cool for gifting that young man the othani ball 👏

[@thelivingmiracle]

Knowing that Zack never got the 500th HR, it makes this video more normal

[@jasonthomas8279]

Awesome that you got a ball thrown from Shohei himself. Another fun video. Thanks for sharing.

[@zackhample]

Thanks for watching.

[@harrisondavis9208]

met u at both games really nice thank you for the photos

[@zackhample]

You’re welcome.

[@willz917]

Zack, are you coming to St. Louis this year? If so, when?

[@joshlewis575]

As someone who has been to a ton of tigers games this 1 was the craziest atmosphere I've seen ever. This dude is a phenomenon, unreal

[@wettnoodle_]

Honestly love when you use the GoPro. Feel like we’re there lol 😂

[@CamioGamingBrawl]

Trueee 👌

[@zackhample]

Thanks! It's a lot more work for me that bringing a videographer, but it DOES provide a fun view.

[@markakira8988]

Several years ago I got a tossup from Miguel Rojas by asking in Spanish and Yu Darvish signed my baseball in Wrigley because I asked in Japanese; all credit to your 'Zack Hample VS The World' influential video. I learned the most important thing when there are large crowds trying to get a players attention is that you have stand way out from the crowd by being creative in catching the player's attention. Perfect enunciation and pronunciation with confidence and loud volume is key...it surprises them.

[@zackhample]

It sure does. Nice job and glad to have helped.

[@heraldnanes9905]

I love your video