Angels GM declines to talk about Shohei Ohtani contract talks
Angels general manager Perry Minasian declined to discuss the team’s conversations with their former two-way star Shohei Ohtani and whether they even made him a…
Signing Shohei Ohtani is a victory for Dodgers’ bottom line
The Dodgers have introduced plenty of star players over the years, but Thursday’s news conference with Shohei Ohtani resided in another stratosphere. The others weren’t…
As reality of Shohei Ohtani circus sets in, are Dodgers ready?
When LeBron James spoke publicly for the first time as a Laker, he attracted a crowd that looked as if it was half the size…
The Sports Report: Shohei Ohtani joined Dodgers because he wants to win
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Arte Moreno, Angels declined to match offer for Shohei Ohtani
Before Shohei Ohtani made his decision last week to sign with the Dodgers, he and his agent, Nez Balelo of CAA Sports, approached the Angels…
Shohei Ohtani wants to help Los Angeles Dodgers achieve success with historic deal
Shohei Ohtani says his decision to defer the majority of his record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers is to help them achieve Major League…
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani reveals the name of his famous dog
Shohei Ohtani’s dog’s name is a Japanese name “Dekopin.” But his American name is “Decoy,” the two-way star revealed at his introductory news conference with…
Shohei Ohtani’s surgeon likes pitcher’s chances for recovery
The Dodgers will unwrap their spectacular holiday prize Thursday with the introductory news conference of Shohei Ohtani, the two-way superstar and two-time American League most…
Dodgers to introduce Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium on Thursday
Typically, a new conference is not written about before it begins. The news conference occurs, then reporters write about what was said. But the news…
Dodgers, Rays in serious talks for potential Tyler Glasnow trade
After beginning their offseason with a historic opening act, the Dodgers are in discussions for a blockbuster encore. Just days removed from their heavily deferred…
Dodgers Dugout: Shohei Ohtani did the team a real favor
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell and Shohei Ohtani is getting so much money, Santa Claus sends…
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani will keep No. 17, thanks to Joe Kelly’s wife
Shohei Ohtani is a Dodger, and the wife of relief pitcher Joe Kelly may be able to take some of the credit. Ohtani ended months…
How much will Shohei Ohtani’s contract cost the Dodgers?
The Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw shakes hands with co-owner Mark Walter as he receives his National League Championship ring during a pregame ceremony prior to a…
Shohei Ohtani is just the latest young person to leave O.C. for L.A.
When Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani joined the Angels in 2018, my cousins and I made a bet. How long until he leaves Orange County to…
Shohei Ohtani deferring $68 million annually on Dodgers contract
Under his contract with the Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani will have $68 million of his $70 million salary deferred each season, according to a person with…
Dodgers Dugout: Now that Shohei Ohtani has broken the bank, what’s next?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell and don’t obsess over how much money Shohei Ohtani is making.…
How Shohei Ohtani’s unique contract will help Dodgers build a team
There’s almost no such thing as a $700-million bargain in baseball. Then again ... By agreeing to a record-breaking 10-year, $700-million contract with Shohei Ohtani…
Complete coverage: Dodgers sign Shohei Ohtani to record deal
Shohei Ohtani, baseball’s top free agent, agreed to a 10-year, $700-million deal with the Dodgers on Saturday, reviving the team’s World Series title aspirations and…
Ohtani to the Dodgers and oh no to the rest of the NL West
In Los Angeles, the window does not shut. The modern baseball fan has been conditioned to believe that each team has a competitive window, that…
How Shohei Ohtani’s free agency decision affects Japanese media
NASHVILLE — Everyone who gathered at the Gaylord Opryland for Major League Baseball’s winter meetings this week asked the same question over and over again: Which…