Ohtani elected to start at DH in 4th straight All-Star Game, joins Judge as only holdovers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ohtani elected to start at DH in 4th straight All-Star Game, joins Judge as only holdovers

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani became the first player elected to start at designated hitter in four straight All-Star Games, joined by New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge as the only holdovers from last year in the lineups announced Wednesday for the July 16 game at Arlington, Texas. Philadelphia could have three of the four National League infielders after fans voted shortstop Trea Turner and third baseman Alec Bohm to start alongside first baseman Bryce Harper, whose status is uncertain because of a leg injury. Baltimore catcher Adley Rutschman and shortstop Gunnar Henderson were elected along with Houston second baseman Jose Altuve and DH Yordan Alvarez; Cleveland third baseman José Ramírez and outfielder Steven Kwan; San Diego outfielder Jurickson Profar and Fernando Tatis Jr.; and Milwaukee catcher William Contreras and outfielder Christian Yelich. Finally got my first start, so it’s pretty cool.” No players were elected to start from the host Rangers, who had four starters at last year’s game in Seattle: second baseman Marcus Semien, shortstop Corey Seager, third baseman Josh Jung, and catcher Jonah Heim.

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Shohei Ohtani will hit but not pitch in LA Dodgers season opener
2 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani will hit but not pitch in LA Dodgers season opener

CNN  

CNN — Shohei Ohtani should be ready to hit when the Los Angeles Dodgers open their season in Japan – but is “very unlikely” to be pitching by March. “It’s just gonna be too early of a ramp up: there’s an innings limit, a workload management part, to think he’s gonna go wire to wire from Tokyo March through the …

Dodgers not counting on Ohtani to pitch at the start of next season following left shoulder surgery
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dodgers not counting on Ohtani to pitch at the start of next season following left shoulder surgery

Associated Press  

SAN ANTONIO — The Los Angeles Dodgers aren’t counting on Shohei Ohtani to pitch at the start of next season and will wait to see how his rehabilitation progresses following shoulder surgery on his non-throwing arm. “We’re going to take it piece by piece and get through this and then take it in one-, two-week chunks and make sure that …

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reveals next steps for injured shoulder after using sling at Game 3 of World Series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reveals next steps for injured shoulder after using sling at Game 3 of World Series

Daily Mail  

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani was seen wearing a sling around his injured shoulder prior to Monday's Game 3 win over the Yankees, but Los Angeles' $700 million man did offer some optimism afterwards. Shohei Ohtani talks how he's feeling with his injury: "I wasn't really exactly sure, I was concerned if I was safe or out, it was only when …

Shohei Ohtani to Start in Game 3 of World Series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani to Start in Game 3 of World Series

CNN  

Shohei Ohtani will play in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night, batting in his usual spot at the top of the order. Ohtani sustained a left shoulder subluxation in the bottom of the seventh inning while attempting a steal during Game 2 on Saturday, which the Dodgers went on to win 4-2 against the New York Yankees.

Shohei Ohtani in the Dodgers’ lineup for Game 3: ‘He wasn’t going to not be in there’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani in the Dodgers’ lineup for Game 3: ‘He wasn’t going to not be in there’

LA Times  

Teammates show concern as the Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani heads to the clubhouse after injuring his shoulder in Game 2 of the World Series at Dodger Stadium. We said, ‘All right, he’s got us.’ We’ll be ready for him to be in the lineup.” Ohtani was indeed in the lineup Monday night, batting leadoff in Game 3 at Yankee Stadium just …

The Role Players' Showdown: Yankees vs. Dodgers in the World Series
2 months ago

The Role Players' Showdown: Yankees vs. Dodgers in the World Series

Associated Press  

Despite star power, the Yankees-Dodgers World Series matchup could be decided by role players. The Yankees have a strong lineup with players like Judge, Soto, and Rizzo, but the Dodgers have a powerful and versatile bullpen led by Ohtani and Betts. The series will be a battle of pitching and defense, and the outcome could hinge on the performance of …

Ohtani's Historic Journey to the World Series: A Journey of Dreams and Determination
2 months ago

Ohtani's Historic Journey to the World Series: A Journey of Dreams and Determination

Associated Press  

Shohei Ohtani has achieved his dream of reaching the World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He hit .364 with two homers, six RBIs, nine walks and a 1.184 OPS against the New York Mets, including two hits and an RBI in Game 6. He's batting .286 with three homers and 10 RBIs over 11 games in his first postseason …

Dodgers Dominate Mets, Extend Series Lead to 3-1 in NLCS
2 months ago

Dodgers Dominate Mets, Extend Series Lead to 3-1 in NLCS

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Dodgers are one win away from the World Series after defeating the New York Mets 10-2 in Game 5 of the National League Championship Series. Shohei Ohtani hit a leadoff homer and scored four times, while Mookie Betts also went deep and drove in four runs. The Dodgers broke open the game in the fourth inning with …

Shohei Ohtani: The face of baseball shrugging off a betting scandal to keep making history
2 months ago

Shohei Ohtani: The face of baseball shrugging off a betting scandal to keep making history

The Independent  

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Shohei Ohtani adds to Dodgers postseason highlight reel with late-game moonshot
2 months, 1 week ago

Shohei Ohtani adds to Dodgers postseason highlight reel with late-game moonshot

New York Times  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani perked up when he heard his name. “I told him,” Dodgers backup catcher Austin Barnes said after Ohtani’s three-run moonshot iced an 8-0 victory over the Mets in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series, “hit the ball over the fence.” “Not bad advice,” Ohtani said. “Like, ‘Today, man, over the fence.’” Ohtani beamed …

Do the Mets have an answer for Shohei Ohtani? Plus Guardians-Yankees preview
2 months, 1 week ago

Do the Mets have an answer for Shohei Ohtani? Plus Guardians-Yankees preview

New York Times  

The Windup Newsletter ⚾ | This is The Athletic’s daily MLB newsletter. Danny Young, the Mets’ only other left-handed reliever, pitched 1 1/3 scoreless innings, and Ohtani hit a 103.1 mph shot off him that died at the center-field wall. Some of the Mets’ right-handed relievers inevitably will be summoned to face Ohtani, and here are their numbers against left-handed …

Shohei Ohtani's MVP regular season not carrying over to NLDS
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani's MVP regular season not carrying over to NLDS

LA Times  

This year would be different. The San Diego Padres beat the Dodgers on Tuesday, 6-5, so the Dodgers either win two straight games or lose in their first round for the third straight season. Dodgers on verge of another ugly October encore The Dodgers’ lack of fury and energy in their loss to the San Diego Padres in Game 3 …

Dodgers home run star Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales for 2nd straight season
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers home run star Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales for 2nd straight season

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani topped Major League Baseball jersey sales for the second straight season while becoming the first player to reach 50 homers and 50 stolen bases in the same year. The Los Angeles Dodgers star was followed by Philadelphia’s Bryce Harper, the New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge and the Dodgers’ Mookie Betts, said Major League Baseball and …

Ohtani stays on a tear, setting another MLB record in 14th game with a home run and a steal
3 months ago

Ohtani stays on a tear, setting another MLB record in 14th game with a home run and a steal

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani is at it again. Ohtani’s heroics occurred a night after becoming the first player in major league history with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season. Ohtani’s 52nd homer off a 3-2 pitch from Kyle Freeland traveled 423 feet to center field, scoring Max Muncy and put the Dodgers ahead 3-2 with …

Ohtani steals 49th base in Dodgers’ 8-4 win over Marlins
3 months ago

Ohtani steals 49th base in Dodgers’ 8-4 win over Marlins

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Shohei Ohtani stole his 49th base and moved closer to becoming the first player in major league history with 50 homers and 50 steals in a season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Miami Marlins 8-4 Wednesday night. “What a season – it is remarkable that he can hit as a DH but what’s more remarkable is …

Chris Sale stymies Dodgers and Ohtani on his way to 17th win as Braves beat LA 10-1
3 months, 1 week ago

Chris Sale stymies Dodgers and Ohtani on his way to 17th win as Braves beat LA 10-1

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Chris Sale allowed one run and struck out six over six innings, shutting down Shohei Ohtani in the process, for his major league-leading 17th win of the season as the Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-1 on Saturday night. “With what he’s done this year, if he gets the ball in the air, it’s probably not …

Dodgers manager raises possibility of Shohei Ohtani pitching in playoffs
3 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers manager raises possibility of Shohei Ohtani pitching in playoffs

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Shohei Ohtani did some long tossing in the outfield before the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Atlanta Braves on Friday, another step in the two-way star’s road to returning to the mound. Even so, he’s having a potentially historic campaign as the team’s designated hitter, trying to become the first player with 50 homers and 50 stolen bases …

Shohei Ohtani hits 3-run homer for National League in 5-3 All-Star Game loss
5 months, 1 week ago

Shohei Ohtani hits 3-run homer for National League in 5-3 All-Star Game loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Shohei Ohtani added another first to his unique resume: first player to get a win and hit a home run in All-Star play. “I haven’t really hit well during the All-Star Game, so I’m just relieved that I put a good ball in play,” Ohtani said through a translator after putting the National League ahead with a …

All-Star reliever Strahm fans Shohei Ohtani in 7th with tying runs on base, Phillies top Dodgers 4-3
5 months, 1 week ago

All-Star reliever Strahm fans Shohei Ohtani in 7th with tying runs on base, Phillies top Dodgers 4-3

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — All-Star reliever Matt Strahm got two-time MVP Shohei Ohtani flailing at an 83 mph slider for strike three in the seventh inning that saw the Dodgers slugger nearly lose his helmet and leave the tying runs on base, the pivotal out that preserved Philadelphia’s lead and helped the Phillies win again without Bryce Harper, 4-3 over Los Angeles …

Phillies All-Star slugger Bryce Harper out against Dodgers with bruised left hand
5 months, 1 week ago

Phillies All-Star slugger Bryce Harper out against Dodgers with bruised left hand

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — First baseman Bryce Harper made a short-lived return to the Philadelphia Phillies’ lineup, as the All-Star first baseman sat out Wednesday night against Los Angeles because of a bruised left hand. Harper — who had missed the previous nine games with a strained left hamstring — was hurt at an unspecified point in Tuesday’s 10-1 win over the …

Ohtani breaks out of batting slump, accomplishes rare feat in Dodgers’ 5-3 victory over Brewers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ohtani breaks out of batting slump, accomplishes rare feat in Dodgers’ 5-3 victory over Brewers

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Any thoughts about Shohei Ohtani entering a prolonged batting slump can be put to rest. That seems pedestrian until seeing that Ohtani had a home run, triple, two walks, was hit by a pitch and a stolen base in five plate appearances. Before Saturday’s game, Roberts said Ohtani was being too aggressive chasing the ball low and …

Shohei Ohtani sets record by winning fourth straight All-Star election at DH
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani sets record by winning fourth straight All-Star election at DH

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers became the first player elected to start at designated hitter in four straight All-Star Games, joined by New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge as the only holdovers in the lineups announced Wednesday for the July 16 game at Arlington, Texas. Philadelphia could have three of the four National League infielders after fans voted shortstop Trea …

Judge, Harper elected to start in All-Star Game as top vote-getters in 1st round of fan balloting
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Judge, Harper elected to start in All-Star Game as top vote-getters in 1st round of fan balloting

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper were elected Thursday to start in the July 16 All-Star Game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. I hope they get a ton of votes and we send all six.” In the final days of the initial voting, Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber overtook Atlanta’s …

Shohei Ohtani and Gavin Stone help the Dodgers shut down the White Sox 4-0
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani and Gavin Stone help the Dodgers shut down the White Sox 4-0

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Shohei Ohtani hit another leadoff homer and Gavin Stone pitched a four-hitter, helping the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago White Sox 4-0 on Wednesday night for their fourth consecutive win. So I think that is the result of that.” Stone struck out seven and walked none in his first career complete game, providing a big lift for …

Shohei Ohtani’s 455-foot home run can’t save Dodgers in 10-inning loss to Angels
6 months ago

Shohei Ohtani’s 455-foot home run can’t save Dodgers in 10-inning loss to Angels

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani was on the losing end of a Freeway Series game for the 11th consecutive time Friday night. Despite a mammoth two-run home run from Ohtani that opened the scoring in the fifth inning, the Dodgers couldn’t muster anything else in Ohtani’s first regular-season game against his former team, falling to the Angels 3-2 in 10 innings at Dodger …

Ohtani has second 2-homer game of season as Dodgers blank Royals 3-0. Betts’ hand broken in the 7th
6 months, 1 week ago

Ohtani has second 2-homer game of season as Dodgers blank Royals 3-0. Betts’ hand broken in the 7th

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani had his second two-homer game this season, Tyler Glasnow pitched seven innings of three-hit ball and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Kansas City Royals 3-0 on Sunday as Mookie Betts left in the seventh inning after a pitch broke a bone in his left hand. “It’s a really good sign that I’m able to …

Shohei Ohtani misses pitching, but is DH-only role boosting his plate production?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani misses pitching, but is DH-only role boosting his plate production?

LA Times  

Nine months since his last time atop a big league mound, there is one thing about pitching Shohei Ohtani misses most. “There’s a distinct nervousness on start days,” Ohtani said in Japanese on Monday, after updating reporters on the latest in his progression back from his second Tommy John surgery last year. “I don’t feel my pivot foot has been …

Shohei Ohtani not in Dodgers’ starting lineup vs. Padres because of back tightness
7 months, 1 week ago

Shohei Ohtani not in Dodgers’ starting lineup vs. Padres because of back tightness

Associated Press  

SAN DIEGO — Shohei Ohtani was not in the Dodgers’ starting lineup against the San Diego Padres on Sunday because of back tightness that forced him to exit a game Saturday night. Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts said sitting Ohtani would be a precautionary measure. Ohtani left after his fourth at-bat in a 5-0 win over the Padres on Saturday …

Shohei Ohtani gets booed by Toronto fans, then smacks a homer to spark Dodgers’ win
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani gets booed by Toronto fans, then smacks a homer to spark Dodgers’ win

LA Times  

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a 12-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday. Shohei Ohtani had gotten a lot of cheers from the crowd in his past trips to Toronto Not anymore apparently pic.twitter.com/M0oikMlV0D — Jack Harris April 26, 2024 “He’s shown he’s compartmentalizes really well,” manager …

Ohtani and Dodgers rally to beat Padres 5-2 in season opener, first MLB game in South Korea
9 months ago

Ohtani and Dodgers rally to beat Padres 5-2 in season opener, first MLB game in South Korea

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — The Los Angeles Dodgers started their Shohei Ohtani era with a memorable win on a night of firsts. Ohtani’s RBI single capped a four-run eighth-inning rally in his Dodgers debut, and Los Angeles beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 in Wednesday night’s opener, Major League Baseball’s first game in South Korea. There’s a lot more eyeballs …

Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts showcase Dodgers’ power in spring win
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts showcase Dodgers’ power in spring win

LA Times  

Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates in the dugout after scoring on a sacrifice fly by Will Smith during the first inning of a 7-4 exhibition win over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. The Dodgers provided a glimpse of their potential firepower at the top of the batting order Sunday when Mookie Betts, Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman combined for …

Ohtani can opt out of Dodgers deal if either of two executives lose their roles, an AP source says
1 year ago

Ohtani can opt out of Dodgers deal if either of two executives lose their roles, an AP source says

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani can opt out of his $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers if either of two key executives is no longer in place, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The Athletic first reported Wednesday that Ohtani’s deal contained a provision allowing him to opt out at the …

Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers is a steal.
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers is a steal.

Slate  

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the biggest free agent sweepstakes of all time. The Dodgers’ desire to make a good deal and Ohtani’s desire to join the most consistent winning franchise in baseball have merged to form an awe-inspiring contractual arrangement worth “$700 million.” After Ohtani announced Saturday that he would join the Dodgers, details of the deal started to …

Shohei Ohtani gets the deal he deserves, and the Dodgers get a superstar — Law
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani gets the deal he deserves, and the Dodgers get a superstar — Law

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Shohei Ohtani’s first Dodgers press conference I wrote in August that I thought Shohei Ohtani would still get a record-breaking contract even after his elbow injury that precludes him from pitching until 2025, and that he’d still end up underpaid relative to his actual value to his team. GO DEEPER ‘For a unique, historic …

Shohei Ohtani Agrees To Record $700 Million, 10-year Contract With Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani Agrees To Record $700 Million, 10-year Contract With Dodgers

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani has set a financial record to go along with his singular on-field performance, getting a record $700 million to make a 30-mile move up Interstate 5 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. “He is excited to begin this partnership, and he structured his contract to reflect a true commitment from both sides to …

How Shohei Ohtani’s ‘unprecedented’ contract will help the Dodgers build their roster
1 year ago

How Shohei Ohtani’s ‘unprecedented’ contract will help the Dodgers build their roster

LA Times  

There’s almost no such thing as a $700-million bargain in baseball. By agreeing to a record-breaking 10-year, $700-million contract with Shohei Ohtani on Saturday, the Dodgers both added a two-time MVP to their star-studded roster and structured the contract — thanks largely to Ohtani’s decision to take an unprecedented amount of deferred money — in a way that should allow …

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700m, 10-year contract with LA Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700m, 10-year contract with LA Dodgers

Al Jazeera  

Japanese baseball star signs what may be the largest contract in sports history, topping highs believed to be set by footballers Messi and Mbappe. Shohei Ohtani has set a financial record to go along with his singular on-field performance, getting $700m to make a 48km move up Interstate 5 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. “He is excited to begin this …

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700 million, 10-year contract with Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700 million, 10-year contract with Dodgers

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani has set a financial record to go along with his singular on-field performance, getting $700 million to make a 30-mile move up Interstate 5 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. “He is excited to begin this partnership, and he structured his contract to reflect a true commitment from both sides to long-term success.” Ohtani’s total was …

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on record $700-million deal
1 year ago

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on record $700-million deal

LA Times  

The Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes are over. The six years I spent with the Angels will remain etched in my heart forever.” Though Ohtani is expected to be limited to only designated-hitting duties next season, after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery in September, the Japanese star will now represent one of the biggest player acquisitions in the Dodgers’ storied history, …

Shohei Ohtani agrees to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani agrees to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers

NPR  

Shohei Ohtani agrees to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers Enlarge this image toggle caption Matt Slocum/AP Matt Slocum/AP NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani agreed Saturday to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani's total was 64% higher than baseball's previous record, a $426.5 million, 12-year deal for Angels outfielder Mike Trout …

Shohei Ohtani, baseball’s 2-way star, becomes first 2-time unanimous MVP
1 year, 1 month ago

Shohei Ohtani, baseball’s 2-way star, becomes first 2-time unanimous MVP

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani’s injury remains mysterious. After captivating baseball with his unprecedented combination of high-level hitting and premium pitching, the two-way star became the first two-time unanimous Most Valuable Player when he won the American League honor on Thursday. While Ohtani appeared on the televised Major League Baseball Network announcement, with a dog in his lap, the prized …

Shohei Ohtani headlines majors’ soon-to-be free agents, and there’s a sizable gap to the next name
1 year, 2 months ago

Shohei Ohtani headlines majors’ soon-to-be free agents, and there’s a sizable gap to the next name

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — There is Shohei Ohtani, and then there is the rest of baseball’s soon-to-be free agents. Here’s a closer look at a couple more of baseball’s best potential free agents: 1B/OF CODY BELLINGER Bellinger also was a free agent in 2022. 3B MATT CHAPMAN There are several contract options and opt-out clauses that could change the market, but it’s …

Ohtani has elbow surgery. His doctor expects hitting return by opening day ’24 and pitching by ’25
1 year, 3 months ago

Ohtani has elbow surgery. His doctor expects hitting return by opening day ’24 and pitching by ’25

Associated Press  

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani had elbow surgery Tuesday, and his doctor said he expects the two-way star will be available as a hitter on opening day next season and will return to the mound as a pitcher in 2025. He said in a statement that the sides decided to “reinforce the healthy ligament in …

Shohei Ohtani’s agent says the star plans to continue as a pitcher and hitter after his elbow heals
1 year, 3 months ago

Shohei Ohtani’s agent says the star plans to continue as a pitcher and hitter after his elbow heals

Associated Press  

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Shohei Ohtani’s agent says the Los Angeles Angels’ two-way superstar is determined to continue his career as both a pitcher and a hitter after he recovers from his latest elbow injury. Nez Balelo said Monday that he thinks it’s “inevitable” that Ohtani will need some sort of procedure to heal the ligament tear in his pitching elbow, …

Bryce Harper won’t make pitch for Shohei Ohtani to join Phillies in free agency
1 year, 3 months ago

Bryce Harper won’t make pitch for Shohei Ohtani to join Phillies in free agency

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper and Shohei Ohtani each boast MVP and Rookie of the Year awards along with multiple All-Star Games, two of baseball’s preeminent faces. “I think we were all looking forward to it because he’s one of the best is the game, on that mound and in the batter’s box, as well,” Harper said. Harper may be at …

National League snaps All-Star Game losing streak, tops AL 3-2 behind Elias Díaz homer
1 year, 5 months ago

National League snaps All-Star Game losing streak, tops AL 3-2 behind Elias Díaz homer

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Shining brightly in the Emerald City, the National League snapped a losing streak that lasted more than a decade. Elias Díaz hit a two-run homer off Félix Bautista in the eighth inning, and the NL snapped a nine-game losing streak in the All-Star Game with a 3-2 win over the American League on Tuesday night. “I just didn’t …

Commentary: Shohei Ohtani in Mariners uniform? Two-way star has plenty to play for in second half
1 year, 5 months ago

Commentary: Shohei Ohtani in Mariners uniform? Two-way star has plenty to play for in second half

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani acknowledges the crowd in Seattle on Tuesday after receiving the trophy for being the leading vote-getter for the All-Star Game. So, with T-Mobile Park sold out for Tuesday’s All-Star Game, and with a national television audience watching, the Seattle fans cleared their throats before each of the two times Ohtani came to bat. “Not just today, …

Plaschke: Reeling Angels need to swallow hard and trade Shohei Ohtani
1 year, 5 months ago

Plaschke: Reeling Angels need to swallow hard and trade Shohei Ohtani

LA Times  

Dodgers second baseman Mookie Betts, left, chats with the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani as Ohtani stands on second during the fourth inning of Friday’s game. But in the bitter reality that has been the Angels’ existence for more than a decade, Ohtani and Trout haven’t even appeared in a playoff game together, and the last six years have resembled something of …

Shohei Ohtani becomes a two-way All-Star for the THIRD straight year
1 year, 5 months ago

Shohei Ohtani becomes a two-way All-Star for the THIRD straight year

Daily Mail  

Shohei Ohtani became a two-way All-Star for the third straight year when he was picked for the American League pitching staff on Sunday, and eight Atlanta Braves were chosen for the July 11 game in Seattle - the most of any team since 2012. Shohei Ohtani runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks Los Angeles …

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