Tag: Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani Rumors: Dodgers, Cubs, Blue Jays & Angels Still Confirmed Landing Spots

With the impending Major League Baseball Winter Meetings kicking off on Monday in Nashville, Tennessee, the pursuit of Shohei Ohtani in his free agency tour seems to be inching its way along. Two big pieces to the starting pitching market…

Scott Geirman

Shohei Ohtani Rumors: Cubs Preparing To Make ‘Lucrative Offer’ To Land Two-Way Star

With Aaron Nola re-signing with the Philadelphia Phillies, the first big piece is off the board from the free agency pool that features Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani and his representation have remained incredibly discreet about any and all negotiations for his…

Scott Geirman

Angels News: Shohei Ohtani Makes History With Second Unanimous MVP Award

On Thursday, Shohei Ohtani was named as the 2023 American League Most Valuable Player, voted on by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. It marked his second career MVP Award, joining Albert Pujols and Miguel Cabrera as the only foreign-born…

Scott Geirman

Angels News: Shohei Ohtani Named 2023 American League MVP

Los Angeles Angels free agent Shohei Ohtani was unanimously named the 2023 American League MVP after his historic season as a hitter and pitcher. The two-way star won the award over Texas Rangers teammates Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, who…

Matt Borelli

Shohei Ohtani Rumors: Blue Jays Emerge As Possible Landing Spot

There's been no word on whether Shohei Ohtani has come closer to a decision in free agency, putting a slow crawl on the rest of Major League Baseball in big signings. Ohtani has the luxury of time, with the Winter…

Scott Geirman

Shohei Ohtani Turns Down Qualifying Offer From Angels

Shohei Ohtani officially declined the qualifying offer from the Los Angeles Angels ahead of the Tuesday 1 p.m. PT deadline set by Major League baseball. The one-year deal was worth $20.325 million, and if accepted, would net draft-pick compensation for…

Scott Geirman

Shohei Ohtani Rumors: Short-Term Contract Considered Possibility

Shohei Ohtani is a free agent for the first time since making the jump to Major League Baseball from Nippon Professional Baseball. After six historic seasons as a two-way player with the Los Angeles Angels, Ohtani is expected to receive…

Matt Borelli

Angels Rumors: MLB Executives Provide Landing Spots Other Than Dodgers & Angels For Shohei Ohtani

The Los Angeles Angels remain in the mix for Shohei Ohtani and where he could sign in the offseason, with a particularly important list of decisions that'll follow once he decides. Having leaned on his stardom, both on and off…

Scott Geirman

Shohei Ohtani Wins Second Career Silver Slugger Award

Shohei Ohtani carried the weight of the Los Angeles Angels offense in 2023, putting him on track as the favorite to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award. Major League Baseball recognized him as one of the top…

Scott Geirman

Shohei Ohtani Rumors: At Least 10 Teams Expected To Show Significant Interest In Angels Star

As the Los Angeles Angels continue their search for a new manager, they are also navigating the reality that Shohei Ohtani has reached free agency and will soon be permitted to speak to other teams. Even after undergoing elbow surgery…

Matt Borelli