Dodgers Secure Ohtani, Braves React in Postseason Shuffle
Shohei Ohtani, the baseball superstar, was introduced as a Los Angeles Dodger after signing a 10-year, $700 million contract. This move holds special significance for LA's Japanese diaspora, as Ohtani becomes the highest-paid player in Major League Baseball and any U.S. sport. The Dodgers organization has a long history of Japanese ties, and Ohtani's arrival is celebrated by fans who see him as an important role model for Asian Americans in professional sports. Ohtani's contract allows the Dodgers to pursue other top talent, and fans hope more stars from Japan will join him on the team.