Baseball star Shohei Ohtani announced his decision to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and it sent shockwaves throughout the baseball world, but Hollywood’s biggest star is excited he’s moving to Tinsel Town!
Shohei Ohtani Has Signed With The Los Angeles Dodgers
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The two-threat shocked baseball fans when he revealed that he had finally decided to sign with the Dodgers. According to a press release by his agent, Nez Balelo, the 29-year-old signed a 10-year deal worth $700 million.
Ohtani is the biggest name on the market in 2023 and is undoubtedly expected to receive a record-breaking contract from whichever team he chooses. On his Instagram page, he apologized for taking so long to decide which team he would call home for the next baseball season.
The athlete wrote, “To all the fans and everyone involved in the world of baseball, I apologize for taking so long to make a decision. I have decided to pick the Dodgers as my next team.”
Ohtani continued by thanking his fans and everyone involved with the Angels organization for supporting him over the past six years: “First of all, I want to sincerely thank everyone involved with the Angels organization and the fans who have supported me over the years . six years ago, as well as everyone involved with every team that was part of this negotiation process.”
He stated that the support and cheers of Angels fans “through all the ups and downs” meant the world to him, adding that “the six years I spent with the Angels will be etched in my heart forever.”
Of course, fans and celebrities let their voices be heard on the big news, including ‘Jacka–’ star Johnny Knoxville who simply wrote “Wahoo!!”
We’re told people around Hollywood are excited to see the best players in the world play every week. As you know, Dodger Stadium is a great place to see some of the biggest stars at any home game.
Shohei Ohtani Vows To Put His Best Foot Forward For The Dodgers
However, in his lengthy statement, Ohtani assured his new team, the Dodgers, that he will do his best to support them and be a team player.
“And to all Dodgers fans, I promise to always do my best for the team and always continue to give my all to be the best version of myself. Until the last day of my playing career, I want to continue to work forward not only for the Dodgers but for the world of baseball,” Ohtani wrote on social media.
He then concluded by stating that he had much more to say but would do so at a later time.
The baseball player said, “There are some things that can’t be put in writing, so I want to talk more about this again at a press conference later,” adding, “Thank you very much.”
Fans React to Baseball Player’s Historic Bid
As expected, Ohtani’s decision sent baseball fans into an uproar and sent shockwaves through the baseball world. Several fans reacted to his revelation, with many excited when he joined the LA Dodgers.
One fan said, “Congratulations and welcome to blue heaven … ever a Dodger always a Dodger … what an amazing day to be a Dodger fan.” Another wrote, “Welcome to the Dodgers, the real Los Angeles team!”
A third excited fan commented in all caps, “WE WILL APPRECIATE EVERY MOVE YOU MAKE AS A DODGER WELCOME TO LA BABY FOR REAL!!!”
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Amidst the praise and chants of joy, others weren’t so happy with Ohtani’s decision, with some claiming the lucrative deal swayed him.
One said, “Atrocious decision. Sold out for that money. There may be an entire country behind you. Shy.”
“Burning my Blue Jays Ohtani jersey, I made it myself with duct tape and rhinestones,” commented a distraught fan.
A third claimed that the athlete would lose public support, writing, “You’re going from the most loved to the most hated!!”
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