Mike Baumann, a former Baltimore Orioles pitcher now with the Miami Marlins, was the unfortunate pitcher who surrendered Shohei Ohtani's historic home run that marked Ohtani's entry into the exclusive 50/50 club. After being designated for assignment by the Orioles and later claimed by the Mariners, Baumann had spent four years in the big leagues, with 17 appearances this season. Despite the hit that made history, he is commended for taking the mound against Ohtani, recognizing the significance of the moment.