Shohei Ohtani's Impact in Japan and MLB Free Agency
Shohei Ohtani's decision to sign a record $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers is big news in Japan, where baseball is the biggest sport. Los Angeles has a large Japanese and Asian community, making it a comfortable and exciting destination for Ohtani. Rui Hachimura, a Japanese player for the Los Angeles Lakers, believes Ohtani's move to the Dodgers will have a significant impact and is thrilled to see two Japanese athletes chasing championships in the city.