Last year, he pitched 160. “The next monster after Ohtani” Yamashita Shunpei: I want to become the fastest Japanese pitcher From ancient times to the present, ball speed has been the goal pursued by countless pitchers. The moment the famous Shohei Ohtani faced Fukuoka Softbank in the 2016 playoffs and threw a 165-kilometer fireball, the … Read more
Memories at the WBC that Claire reporter will never forget…One was Otani’s batting practice Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani has batted free three times so far in his first camp in his new field. He has shown shocking archery, firing a shot estimated at 150 meters. Come to think of it, Otani’s free hitting became known … Read more
LA Times reporter Hernandez also said, “He’s definitely an idol.” Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani entered his third day of spring training on the 11th (12th Japan time). They were inspecting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s bullpen, but there were many reporters and fans around the team facility. Dylan Hernandez, an American columnist for the local newspaper Los … Read more
US media “Sportico” announced… Significantly improved rank from outside the top 100 On the 7th (8th Japan time), the American media outlet Sportico announced the “100 highest-paid athletes” for 2023. Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani ranked 16th, ranking him first in baseball. The ranking has significantly improved from outside the top 100 in 2022. No Japanese … Read more
Hernandez, who joined the Dodgers, talks about Ohtani Outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, who has signed with the Dodgers, appeared on the local broadcast station “Sportsnet Los Angeles” on the 16th (17th Japan time). When asked about his teammate, pitcher Shohei Ohtani, he expressed his feelings by saying, “I’m really excited,” and also explained how he felt … Read more
Former Angels manager Maddon says Shohei Ohtani is the best player ever. This off-season, pitcher Shohei Ohtani will bid farewell to the Angels’ red uniform he wore for six years and play for the Dodgers. Former Angels manager Joe Maddon remains in love with Ohtani even two years after his retirement. He appeared on MLB … Read more
A US reporter reported that Otani T-shirts were being sold at Super Walmart. “Shohei Otani” has a strong presence at the supermarket. “This man is everywhere in Los Angeles County,” an American reporter said with amazement, noting that Otani’s shirts were on sale at Super Walmart. The “unguaranteed position” he gained after leaving Chunichi: A … Read more
Reporter Yu Shengyul/Comprehensive Report The White Sox are interested in trading ace pitcher Heath, and teams in the American East, including the Yankees, are very interested. (Information picture/reproduced from White Sox Twitter) Rather than spending money on the free agent market, White Sox 28-year-old ace pitcher Dylan Cease may be a good choice for the … Read more
“Bleacher Report” ranks 14 players with large contracts…Otani ranks first The 10-year, $700 million (approximately 100.1 billion yen) contract that pitcher Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers has been highly praised in the United States. On the 3rd (4th Japan time), the American sports media outlet Bleacher Report “ranked” players who have signed contracts worth … Read more
One-head T-shirt worn by former Softbank player Moore when he was with the Angels. “RotoWear” T-shirts, which are loved by many major leaguers, are available in a variety of designs. When former SoftBank pitcher Matt Moore played for the Angels, his favorite T-shirt was a “one-head” T-shirt with Ohtani’s face and arms and legs sticking … Read more