Shohei Ohtani: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 12

Dodgers Prefer Shohei Ohtani Limits World Baseball Classic Role To DH For Team Japan

Shohei Ohtani is among the Los Angeles Dodgers players who will participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The four-time MVP is again playing for Team Japan as the country looks to repeat as champions in the international competition.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Will Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Roki Sasaki join Shohei Ohtani on Team Japan in WBC?

Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto won the World Series together with the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 MLB season. Can they win on a bigger stage as a trio again in 2026, when the next edition of the World Baseball Classic rolls around?

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 11

This Day In Dodgers History: Shohei Ohtani Signs 10-Year, $700 Million Contract

On Dec. 11, 2023, Shohei Ohtani officially signed his record-breaking 10-year, 700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. After six seasons with

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 10

2025 Dodgers season review: Shohei Ohtani

It’s not supposed to be this easy. When Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers two offseasons ago, there was the expectation that the Dodgers would eventually win a Championship.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 10

Dodgers Winter Meetings Updates: Mookie Betts, Tanner Scott, Teoscar Hernández, Shohei Ohtani & More

Rumblings of a modest offseason for the Los Angeles Dodgers went by the wayside as they made a splash during MLB’s Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., by agreeing to a three-year, $69 million contract with Edwin Díaz.

MLB News / Just Baseball / December 10

Four Ways the Dodgers Can Further ‘Ruin Baseball’ This Winter

Fresh off consecutive World Series titles, and several offseasons adding star-caliber talent, many believe the Los Angeles Dodgers are ruining baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 9

This Day In Dodgers History: Shohei Ohtani Announces Intention To Sign

On Dec. 9, 2023, Shohei Ohtani announced his intention to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers in an Instagram post that has since received more than 2 million likes.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 9

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Joins Elite Company As 4-Time Winner of Major Award

What does Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani have in common with LeBron James and Tiger Woods? As of Tuesday, Ohtani is a member of the elite group as a four-time winner of the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year Award.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / December 9

Shohei Ohtani named AP Male Athlete of Year for 4th time

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani was named The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for a record-tying fourth time on Tuesday. Ohtani, who also earned the distinction in 2021, 2023 and 2024, matched LeBron James, Tiger Woods and Lance Armstrong for the most selections since the award was first presented in 1931.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 9

Shohei Ohtani Named 2025 AP Male Athlete Of The Year

Shohei Ohtani was named The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the fourth time and second consecutive season winning the award with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 9

Major Shohei Ohtani Announcement Revealed on Tuesday Morning

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joined Lance Armstrong, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods as the only four-time Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year winners, the AP announced Tuesday morning.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 9

Dodgers notes: Teoscar Hernández, Robert Suarez, Shohei Ohtani

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and general manager Brandon Gomes spoke on Monday at the winter meetings, both in scrums with reporters and on MLB Network separately.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / FirstSportz / December 9

Dave Roberts 'Hoping' Shohei Ohtani Does Not Pitch For Team Japan in WBC 2026

Shohei Ohtani had another successful season in 2025 as he claimed a 4th MVP title and helped the Los Angeles Dodgers to back-to-back titles. As he now prepares to represent his country, his manager, Dave Roberts is hoping he takes it easy and does not pitch in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Dave Roberts reveals hitting-only WBC wish for Shohei Ohtani

Undoubtedly, Shohei Ohtani is on top of the world. He is fresh off his third MVP season that included a second straight World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers. At this point, what more is there for him to do?

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 5

Will Kyle Tucker be Another Shohei Ohtani Case for Blue Jays After Dunedin Visit

Toronto Blue Jays' pursuit of elite talent hit an all-too-familiar landmark Wednesday when Kyle Tucker toured the Blue Jays' Dunedin facility. It's the same complex where Shohei Ohtani said yes to a merchandise haul and no to a $700 million offer two years ago.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 3

Dodgers Executive Reveals What He Missed About Shohei Ohtani as an Amateur Scout

David Finley just completed in his ninth season as the Dodgers’ vice president, scouting. He wasn't the only voice in the team's front office advocating to sign Shohei Ohtani two years ago, but perhaps no one had a more effusive assessment of Ohtani's talent.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 27

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Makes Exciting Personal Announcement

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani made a major personal announcement recently, revealing he started the Shohei Ohtani Family Foundation. According to the foundation's website, the mission stay of the organization is to help rescue animals and inspire children to stay active.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 26

Is Shohei Ohtani Playing in World Baseball Classic for Team Japan?

The 2026 baseball season will start a little earlier next year for those interested in the World Baseball Classic, which starts March 5, 2026. Team Japan won the gold medal in the previous Classic in 2023, and with another loaded roster, they will look to repeat three years later.