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sports1 year ago

"Shohei Ohtani's Silence Amid Gambling Scandal Raises Questions"

Shohei Ohtani's camp has been tight-lipped about the alleged "massive theft" by his former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, and the subsequent illegal gambling scandal. Ohtani's lawyers have not specified which authorities they have contacted, and no local, state, or federal agencies have confirmed being contacted by Ohtani's representatives. Ohtani denies involvement in any gambling and claims to be a victim of theft. The Department of Homeland Security and the IRS are conducting a joint federal investigation into the matter, while Ohtani's camp is pushing for a law enforcement investigation amid an IRS probe. Mizuhara has been accused of accruing massive gambling debts and allegedly making illegal bets via a Southern California bookmaker, but neither Ohtani nor Mizuhara have been charged with any crimes.

via New York Post |
#illegal-gambling#interpreter-scandal#investigation
sports1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani Scandal Sparks MLB Gambling Roadmap Test

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed relief at the departure of former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara, who was accused by Shohei Ohtani of deceit and theft. Roberts believes that the absence of a "buffer" between Ohtani and the team will improve internal relations. Mizuhara's influence on Ohtani's life and career in the United States is becoming increasingly clear, as he served as more than just an interpreter, but also as a personal assistant, confidant, and friend. The scandal has shed light on the significant role interpreters play for MLB players from Asia who don't speak English, and the Dodgers reportedly increased Mizuhara's salary to accommodate his role with Ohtani.

via Yahoo Sports|
#interpreter-scandal#ippei-mizuhara#los-angeles-dodgers
sports1 year ago

"Shohei Ohtani Denies Sports Betting Amid Interpreter Scandal"

Shohei Ohtani denies involvement in sports gambling and accuses his former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, of stealing over $4 million from him to cover illegal gambling debts. Ohtani claims he was unaware of the situation until recently and has denied knowingly paying off any alleged gambling debts. The saga has led to an MLB investigation, and Ohtani has stated that he is leaving the situation for his lawyers to handle while fully cooperating with all investigations.

via Yahoo Sports|
#gambling#interpreter-scandal#los-angeles-dodgers
sports1 year ago

"Uncovering the Shohei Ohtani Interpreter Scandal: Investigating Ippei Mizuhara's Role"

The Shohei Ohtani interpreter scandal takes a bizarre turn as major discrepancies are found in Ippei Mizuhara's background, including false claims about attending UC Riverside and working for MLB teams. The 39-year-old interpreter, who was accused of stealing $4.5 million to cover gambling debts, has been fired, and MLB has launched an investigation. Mizuhara's close relationship with Ohtani and his role as a personal assistant raise questions about vetting and Ohtani's age when they met, as the scandal continues to unfold.

via Yahoo Sports|
#interpreter-scandal#ippei-mizuhara#los-angeles-dodgers
sports1 year ago

"MLB Investigates Allegations Surrounding Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter"

MLB has launched an investigation into the allegations surrounding Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, who is accused of "massive theft" and involvement in illegal gambling. The scandal involves conflicting narratives about Ohtani's supposed payment of $4.5 million in gambling debts for Mizuhara, leading to Mizuhara's firing by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The IRS is also investigating Mizuhara and the alleged illegal bookmaker. Ohtani's former teammates express shock and disbelief, denying the theory that Ohtani himself was involved in gambling.

via Yahoo Sports|
#gambling-debts#interpreter-scandal#investigation