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Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Aug 18, 2021
Detroit Tigers announcer apologizes after using racist accent to discuss Shohei Ohtani
The comment and apology were widely condemned on social media, with many criticizing the announcer, Hall of Fame pitcher Jack Morris, for saying he was sorry if he offended anyone.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 22, 2021
Fanatics lands exclusive memorabilia deal with Shohei Ohtani
The Los Angeles Angels two-way star is the latest big name to join the roster at the firm, which specializes in sports memorabilia and merchandise.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 13, 2021
Shohei Ohtani puts on show at Home Run Derby but bows out in first round
The New York Mets' Pete Alonso, the defending champion, won the eight-man competition to retain his title.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 6, 2021
Unleashed Shohei Ohtani redefines what's possible in baseball
After struggling through injuries and a frustrating 2020 season, the Angels star is finally showing off his true potential on the mound and in the batter's box.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 3, 2021
Shohei Ohtani belts two homers, scores winning run as Angels down Orioles
Ohtani's two home runs give him a major league-leading 30 on the season, the most in Angels history before the All-Star break.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 2, 2021
Shohei Ohtani's baseball skills help his sponsors outperform the market
As the U.S. takes note of Ohtani's prodigious ability, some market watchers in Japan are eyeing a third skill — the ability to boost share prices.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jun 30, 2021
Is there such a thing as too much Shohei Ohtani?
The Angels' two-way star has leapt into this year's MVP conversation, but in order to prove himself a winner he will have to balance his workload on the mound and in the batter's box.

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