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2026-05-17 09:40:40

Ohtani torches former team with 5 RBIs in rout

Shohei Ohtani drove in a season-high five runs, including a little league home run, as the Dodgers crushed the Angels 15-2. After a brief rest, Ohtani went 2-for-4 with two walks, ending his slump with a spectacular performance. read more

2026-05-14 07:40:09

Ohtani Dominates Mound as Offensive Slump Continues

Shohei Ohtani pitched seven scoreless innings with an 0.82 ERA, leading the Dodgers to a 4-0 win over the Giants. Despite a hitting slump, he dominates on the mound, taking days off to preserve his two-way role. read more

2026-04-23 12:50:03

Dodgers May Limit Ohtani’s Hitting When He Pitches

Shohei Ohtani's 53-game on-base streak ended despite six scoreless innings. The Dodgers may occasionally rest him as batter during pitching starts to preserve his health. Roberts remains open to lineup flexibility, prioritizing Ohtani's long-term performance. read more

2026-04-21 00:10:10

Cubs Slam MLBs Bizarre Ohtani Rule

Cubs manager Craig Counsell calls an MLB rule "bizarre" for allowing the Dodgers to carry 14 pitchers. The exception exists because Shohei Ohtani is designated a two-way player, not counting as a pitcher, giving his team a unique advantage. read more

2026-04-16 01:10:05

Dodgers Bench Ohtanis Bat to Protect Pitching Arm

Shohei Ohtani pitched but did not hit for the Dodgers against the Mets, a first in five years. The decision followed a recent hit-by-pitch. The team aims to manage his workload as he returns to full two-way play. read more

2026-03-23 07:10:06

Ohtanis WBC Jersey Fetches Record $1.5 Million

Shohei Ohtani's World Baseball Classic jersey sold for a record $1.5 million at auction. The jersey was worn during a game where he hit a grand slam. This sale highlights the immense market for his memorabilia. read more

2026-03-06 15:40:57

Ohtanis Grand Slam Ignites Japans WBC Title Defense

Shohei Ohtani hit a grand slam, powering Japan to a 13-0 mercy-rule victory over Chinese Taipei in their WBC opener. The defending champions dominated early, scoring 10 runs in the second inning to start pool play strong. read more

2026-03-03 13:40:17

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is intensely focused on winning a Cy Young Award, his only missing major accolade. Teammates note his dedicated pitching mission this spring, with his electric stuff and competitive drive raising expectations for a historic season. read more

2026-02-21 19:40:08

Dodgers Stars Limited Before WBC

Shohei Ohtani will play a few spring training games for the Dodgers before joining Japan for the World Baseball Classic. He is also scheduled to pitch against live hitting as he aims for full-season health. read more

2026-02-14 01:40:12

Ohtani Targets Cy Young in Full Two-Way Return

Shohei Ohtani, healthy after elbow surgery, aims for a full season pitching and hitting with the Dodgers. His primary goal is staying healthy, which could lead to a Cy Young Award, the one major honor he hasn't won. read more

2026-01-31 23:10:04

Ohtani to DH Only in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani will not pitch for Japan in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, a personal decision confirmed by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. He will still serve as the designated hitter. The 2026 season marks his full return to two-way play. read more

2025-04-03 12:10:09

Shohei Ohtani's Walk-Off Homer Propels Dodgers to Record 8-0 Start

Shohei Ohtani's walk-off home run lifts Dodgers to a record-breaking start after beating the Braves 6-5. The Dodgers are now 8-0, off to the best start by a defending champion, with Ohtani delivering in every game. read more

2025-04-03 06:40:04

Shohei Ohtani's Walk-Off HR Propels Dodgers to Historic Victory

Shohei Ohtani's ninth-inning walk-off homer secures Dodgers' 8-0 start, exceeding historic beginning by the 1933 Yankees. Ohtani's clutch hit continues his trend of rising to significant moments, showcasing his impressive abilities. read more

2025-03-30 15:40:05

Shohei Ohtani's World Series Ring and $1M Trading Card

An autographed Shohei Ohtani card featuring MLB logo from his record-breaking 50/50 game sold for over $1 million at Heritage Auctions. Ohtani recently received his 2024 World Series ring from the Dodgers. read more

2025-03-30 02:40:04

Shohei Ohtani Progresses in Pitching Recovery for Los Angeles Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers, still recovering from surgery, is gradually resuming pitching after a month-long break. Despite uncertainty about his return, Ohtani remains a key player as the DH with impressive batting stats this season. read more

2025-02-06 06:30:05

"Former Ohtani Interpreter Faces Sentencing for $17M Fraud Scheme"

Former baseball star Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter faces sentencing for bank and tax fraud after stealing nearly $17 million from Ohtani's bank account to cover sports gambling debts. The interpreter exploited the language barrier between Ohtani and his English-speaking colleagues. read more

2025-01-24 03:40:03

Interpreter posed as baseball star in $200k bank fraud.

Former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, Ippei Mizuhara, is accused of impersonating the baseball star in a recording trying to transfer $200,000 from his account. Prosecutors aim for a nearly five-year sentence and restitution, alleging fraud against Ohtani and the IRS. read more

2024-11-29 10:40:08

Dodgers Star Ohtani Seeks $325K Cards from Former Interpreter

Baseball star Shohei Ohtani is pursuing $325,000 worth of baseball cards from his ex-interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, who fraudulently purchased them using Ohtani's funds. Mizuhara, facing legal consequences for bank and tax fraud, could face significant penalties or potential deportation. read more

2024-11-22 04:40:09

"Japanese Newspaper Celebrates Shohei Ohtani's Third MVP Win"

Shohei Ohtani wins his third Most Valuable Player award, this time in the National League, igniting Japanese newspapers to print special editions celebrating his historic achievement. These editions are treasured by fans, aiding the struggling newspaper industry. read more

2024-11-07 22:20:09

Fan Sues Dodgers Over Ohtani's Historic 51st Stolen Base

A South Carolina baseball fan is suing the Los Angeles Dodgers over Shohei Ohtani's 51st stolen base, claiming ownership. The fan had an agreement with the Marlins for the base but it ended up with Dodgers. The dispute involves valuable game-used collectibles. read more

2024-10-31 13:40:07

Dodgers' Ohtani leads team to eighth World Series win

Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers' $700m signing, expressed gratitude after their eighth World Series win. Despite trailing by five runs, the Dodgers triumphed 7-6 over the New York Yankees in Game 5. Ohtani praised the team's strength and likened their postseason success to the regular season. read more

2024-10-27 20:40:03

Shohei Ohtani to play in Game 3 of World Series

Shohei Ohtani injured his shoulder in Game 2 of the World Series but is expected to play in Game 3 as the series moves to New York. Dodgers manager confirmed Ohtani's availability, despite concerns about his injury. read more

2024-10-26 13:40:10

"Ohtani Fever Boosts Little Tokyo Tourism and Business Boom"

Robert Vargas's mural in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, depicts baseball star Shohei Ohtani, boosting tourism and business in the historic area. Ohtani's popularity has attracted new visitors and revitalized the neighborhood, although concerns about gentrification and displacement persist. read more

2024-09-20 14:20:04

Shohei Ohtani Makes History with 50 Home Runs, 50 Stolen Bases

Shohei Ohtani makes baseball history in Tokyo by becoming the first MLB player to surpass 50 home runs and stolen bases in a season. Fans celebrate as Ohtani, known for excelling as both a pitcher and batter, achieves this feat while on hiatus from pitching. read more

2024-09-20 00:10:11

Shohei Ohtani Makes MLB History with 50-50 Season Feat

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers makes history by hitting 50 home runs and stealing 50 bases in a single MLB season, becoming the first player to achieve this milestone. He also set a Dodgers record for home runs in a season. read more

2024-06-04 18:30:05

Ippei Mizuhara, former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, pleads guilty to bank and tax fraud, admitting to stealing $17m from Ohtani for gambling debts. Mizuhara faced charges in Santa Ana, California, with sentencing scheduled for October. read more

2024-06-04 06:10:04

Ippei Mizuhara, ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, to plead guilty to bank and tax fraud in a sports betting case, admitting to stealing nearly $17 million. Mizuhara exploited his access to Ohtani, making millions from winning sports bets and impersonating Ohtani to pay debts. read more

2024-05-08 23:10:06

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter pleads guilty to transferring $17m from the player's bank account to pay off gambling debts. Ippei Mizuhara will plead guilty to bank and tax fraud, facing possible federal prison time. No evidence shows Ohtani was aware of the scheme. read more

2024-05-08 21:40:04

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, faces jail after pleading guilty to stealing millions from Ohtani. Mizuhara admitted to bank fraud and tax fraud, implicating Ohtani as prey to his gambling habit. The scandal unveils the dark side of sports betting. read more

2024-04-11 19:10:07

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, is facing federal bank fraud charges for allegedly stealing $16m from the baseball star to cover gambling debts. Authorities claim the theft occurred through manipulation of Ohtani's bank accounts. read more

2024-04-04 00:00:00

Shohei Ohtani, facing recent challenges, hits a 430-foot home run, his first as a Dodger, contributing to their victory over the Giants. Teammates celebrate his relief. The Dodgers show promise with a successful start to the season. read more