"MLB's Ongoing Investigation: Dodgers, Cardinals, and Bookies in the Ohtani Gambling Scandal"

Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, revealed his involvement with a bookmaker and accruing millions of dollars in debt, leading to a scandal involving Ohtani. The incident sheds light on the underground world of bookies and raises questions about their operation and appeal despite the availability of legal sports betting. The article also discusses the types of bookmakers, the role of agents, and the history of MLB players interacting with bookies. Additionally, it provides insights into the federal investigation into the bookmaker involved in the scandal.