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LOS ANGELES

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BASEBALL / MLB / Sac Bunts
Sep 21, 2021
Historic Shohei Ohtani a clear choice for American League MVP
As baseball writers prepare to cast their votes, the two-way star's achievements should put him above his nearest competitor, Toronto slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Sep 17, 2021
New Los Angeles Games CEO promises 2028 Olympics will be 'on time and on budget'
CEO Kathy Carter said the 'no build' Games will utilize the city's wide array of existing sports facilities and will cost about $6.9 billion.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 11, 2021
Astros blast Shohei Ohtani in 10-5 win over Angels
Ohtani was better at the plate, smacking his league-leading 44th home run to right field in the first inning.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 4, 2021
Shohei Ohtani throws 7 strong innings as Angels top Rangers
Ohtani allowed only a two-run homer while throwing a career-high 117 pitches over seven innings.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 1, 2021
Shohei Ohtani steals home as Angels send Yankees to fourth straight loss
The hero of the night for the Angels was journeyman reliever Jake Petricka, whose eighth-inning performance helped Los Angeles hang on victory.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Aug 25, 2021
Ohtani quiet as Angels rack up 19 hits to send Orioles to 19th straight loss
Jo Adell delivered his second four-RBI game in a week to help the visiting Los Angeles Angels earn a 14-8 win on Tuesday night and send the Baltimore Orioles to their 19th consecutive loss.
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
Aug 13, 2021
Shohei Ohtani pitches Angels past Blue Jays while batting leadoff
Ohtani became the first starting pitcher since at least 1906 to open a game batting in the leadoff spot and earn a win.

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