Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, must get gambling addiction treatment, judge says
The former longtime interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has agreed to undergo court-ordered gambling addiction treatment after federal prosecutors accused him of stealing $16 million from the Japanese baseball player to pay off debts.
AP study: Nine MLB teams cut payroll this winter, and the average salary is up just 1.5%
San Diego cut payroll by $96 million in the past year, the New York Mets by $50 million and the Los Angeles Angels by $49 million, among nine teams that slashed spending in a tepid free-agent market that sparked player unrest.
Ohtani to speak to media for 1st time since illegal gambling, theft allegations against interpreter
Shohei Ohtani plans to speak to the media Monday for the first time since the illegal gambling and theft allegations involving the Los Angeles Dodgers star and his interpreter emerged during the teamโs trip to South Korea.
Firing of Ohtani's interpreter highlights how sports betting is still illegal in California
The firing of Shohei Ohtaniโs interpreter by the Los Angeles Dodgers over allegations of illegal gambling and theft has highlighted an issue many outside of California donโt realize: Sports betting is still against the law in the nationโs most populous state.
Yamamoto chased after 1st inning of debut as Padres beat Dodgers 15-11 for 2-game South Korea split
Yoshinobu Yamamoto was chased after one inning of a nightmarish major league debut and the San Diego Padres outlasted the Dodgers 15-11 after Los Angeles fired Shohei Ohtaniโs interpreter following allegations of illegal gambling.
The IRS is investigating Shohei Ohtani's interpreter and an alleged bookmaker. Here's what we know
Shohei Ohtaniโs interpreter is being criminally investigated by the IRS, and the attorney for his alleged bookmaker said Thursday that the ex-Los Angeles Dodgers employee placed bets on international soccer โ but not baseball.
Shohei Ohtani stuns Dodgers -- and many around the world -- with marriage announcement
Shohei Ohtani stunned the Los Angeles Dodgers โ and many around the world โ with his marriage announcement, so manager Dave Roberts said any gift the team gives the two-time MVP would be like most of the money in his contract: deferred.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto throws 2 impressive, scoreless innings in MLB exhibition debut for Dodgers
Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out three batters over two scoreless innings in his exhibition debut on Wednesday, giving a glimpse into why the Los Angeles Dodgers believe the Japanese right-hander can become an ace in the big leagues.
Trout says he wants to stay with Angels. Rendon discusses where baseball ranks on his priority list
Mike Trout discussed his future and Anthony Rendon talked about his priorities as the two Los Angeles Angels veterans made some interesting comments Monday with hitters reporting to spring training camps across Arizona and Florida.
World champion Rangers among 18 teams that get going with pitchers and catchers on the field
The new sign that said โWorld Series Championsโ outside the Texas Rangersโ training facility in Surprise, Arizona, became a favorite photo opportunity as pitchers and catchers held their first workouts for the defending champions.
Shohei Ohtani tries to blend in with Dodgers, even if that might prove impossible
Shohei Ohtani gave his first interview at Camelback Ranch as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers on a chilly Friday morning, surrounded by more than 50 reporters who asked questions of baseballโs first and only $700 million man.
Tyler Glasnow traded to Dodgers from Rays after agreeing to $136.5 million, 5-year contract
The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized their second major move this offseason, acquiring Tyler Glasnow from the Tampa Bay Rays in a four-player trade after the pitcher agreed to a $136.5 million, five-year contract.
Dodgers have tentative deal to acquire Glasnow from Rays, subject to new contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the agreement tells The Associated Press the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a tentative trade with the Tampa Bay Rays to acquire right-hander Tyler Glasnow and outfielder Manuel Margot for pitcher Ryan Pepiot and outfield prospect Jonny Deluca.
Ohtani can opt out of Dodgers deal if execs Walter, Friedman lose roles with team, AP source says
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.
Why Shohei Ohtaniโs heavily-deferred contract could be model pro athletes ask for going forward
Ohtani has decided to defer $680 million of the contract until after his playing days are over, meaning heโll take in roughly $2 million of salary each year for the duration of the contract that will run through 2033.
Zaidi: Giants made comparable offer to $700M deal Shohei Ohtani received from rival Dodgers
The San Francisco Giants made three offers to Shohei Ohtani, including a final proposal that president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi called โvery comparable if not identicalโ to the record $700 million, 10-year contract the Japanese two-way star agreed to with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers.
Ohtani's Dodgers contract has $680 million deferred, lowering tax value to $46 million annually
Shohei Ohtani will receive just $20 million of his $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers over the next 10 years, with $680 million payable from 2034-43 in an unusual structure that gives the team greater payroll flexibility in coming seasons.
The Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani $700 million to hit and pitch โ but also because he can sell
Shohei Ohtaniโs jaw-dropping $700 million, 10-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers has some similarities to other contracts for the worldโs biggest sports stars, including soccer icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, along with NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Yankees get Soto from Padres. Ohtani and Yamamoto still up for grabs as winter meetings end
Juan Soto found a new home with the New York Yankees as the winter meetings ended, while Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto were still up for grabs as team officials headed home with the bulk of their business yet to be done.