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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 19: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees and Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels look on from the dugout before the 92nd MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard at Dodger Stadium on July 19, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 19: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees and Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels look on from the dugout before the 92nd MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard at Dodger Stadium on July 19, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Whoever has been following Shohei Ohtani for a while now, knows that Ohtani or ‘Showtime’ is all about winning. The two-way sensation is passionate about baseball like no one else. One can see his electric plays in the ballpark. And being a pitcher as well as a hitter on the field is definitely no joke, which is a testament not only to his raw power but also to his hard work.
So when the Angels’ phenom lost the MVP title to Aaron Judge last year, it definitely did not sit well with him. He has already been hard at work to grab that MVP title this season. Let’s see what the Los Angeles Angels manager had to say about Ohtani!
Phil Nevin about Ohtani’s excellence in the ballpark:
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In a recent interview with MLB Network Radio, Phil Nevin, the Angels’ manager spoke about Ohtani’s excellence and his want to win.
Here’s what he said, “I’m excited to have him, he’s got a lot of accolades and honors coming his way, and rightfully so. I know he’s determined to have an even better year than last year. He was not happy about not winning the MVP I can tell you that. He wants to win first and foremost. He’s excited about the pieces we’ve had and we’ve been able to communicate throughout the winter and he’s really excited to get started with what we have lying ahead of us.”
Shohei Ohtani is ready for an even better 2023.#Angels | @Angels pic.twitter.com/yPQshHzNm2
— MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (@MLBNetworkRadio) February 3, 2023
Looks like Ohtani’s hunger to win has increased tenfold since the last season. He was already an unstoppable force in the ballpark. It will be an incredible sight to see what he brings to the game next season.
Ohtani’s drive sure is going to pave a path for him on his way to greatness. Will baseball fans see Ohtani break all his personal records this year or will Aaron Judge swoop in with an excellent season once more and grab the MVP title yet again? Only time will tell!
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Shohei Ohtani during the current offseason
According to NHK World-Japan, Shohei Ohtani is ready to make his mark not just in the world of MLB but also in the upcoming World Baseball Classic in March. He will be playing for Japan.
The 2021 AL MVP has also very boldly exclaimed that winning is a priority for him. So during his free agency, set to begin after the 2023 season, Ohtani will embark on a search for a team that will help him realize his goals, which apparently, the Angels have been unable to do. Rumors have it that the New York Mets want Shohei Ohtani and are willing to pay a tremendous amount to bring him to their roster.
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He’s making waves in the baseball world even before the upcoming season has begun. So baseball fans, sit tight because Shohei Ohtani is ready to give you a show!
