Okamoto ties Ohtani’s rookie record — and it’s not even the All-Star break

SAN DIEGO — Kazuma Okamoto has tied Shohei Ohtani for the most home runs by a Japanese-born player in their rookie season in Major League history, launching his 22nd Friday night in the series opener vs. the Padres at Petco Park. When your name shows up in the same sentence as Ohtani’s, you’re typically walking on rare ground. Tying an Ohtani rookie record before we even reach the All-Star break, though? What an accomplishment for Okamoto, the brightest star in an otherwise underwhelming season for the Blue Jays. Back-to-Back Statue Unveil and 92-93 World Series Replica Rings Giveaway is July…