After declaring itself available on the exchange market, the Japanese Shohei Ohtani He signed a 10-year contract with the Dodgers for an astonishing $700 million, the highest in sports history.
Ohtani became the center of attention of all MLB franchises for his unique ability to perform as powerful hitter and how dominant pitcher at once. This made him the most coveted player in the league.
This historic contract makes Ohtani the highest-paid baseball player in Major League history, with an average salary of $432,000 per game over the next decade.
“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 choose the Dodgers as my next team,” the 29-year-old announced.
The highlight of this agreement is Ohtani’s versatility, since he will be able to play both positions, despite the absence of the Designated Hitter in the National League.
The 29-year-old player, who until now played for the Los Angeles Angels, a team on the city’s outskirts, will move from Anaheimthe Los Angels headquarters to Los Angeles, approximately 50 kilometers away.
In his words, Ohtani expressed his gratitude to the fans of Los Angeles and pledged to do his best for the Dodgers and for the world of baseball.
“The six years I spent with the Angels will be etched in my heart forever,” he said in a post on Instagram, where he promised a press conference.
“And to all Dodger fans, I promise to always do what is 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 striving not only for the Dodgers but for the world of baseball.” he noted on his Instagram account.
