As the MLB season unfolds, one significant question stands out: Where will Shohei Ohtani, the phenomenal two-way player, end up? After missing out on Aaron Judge – an event that left many, including insider John Heyman, taken aback – the San Francisco Giants may have set their sights on Ohtani. But would they be successful, or would history repeat itself?
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There is little doubt that the Giants will give their all to sign Ohtani, mirroring their acquisition of Barry Bonds years ago. However, the competition is fierce, with the Los Angeles Dodgers being a notable contender. The Dodgers, having had a relatively quiet offseason, appear to be conserving their resources for a big move – potentially landing Ohtani.
The Dodgers’ strategy seems clear: they allowed Trea Turner and Corey Seager to walk, possibly to create room for a star like Ohtani. And the decision to bring in JD Martinez – a choice that now seems inspired, given his subsequent All-Star game performance – along with David Peralta, has paid off, further strengthening their position.
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While the Giants are eager to bring back a big star to the Bay Area, Ohtani might prefer to stay in Southern California. If he were to join the Dodgers, he wouldn’t even have to move – at most, he might need to relocate to a beach house further north, perhaps in Malibu or Manhattan Beach.
So, even though the Giants will likely pull out all the stops to get Ohtani, the odds seem to favor the Dodgers. The lure of LA and the comfort of staying within Southern California could prove irresistible for the young phenom. In the end, only time will tell which team will succeed in this high-stakes MLB chess game.
