Shohei Ohtani says he's sad, shocked over Mizuhara's gambling and theft allegations
Yes, that's a significant development in the story of Shohei Ohtani's interpreter. Here's a quick recap:
- Shohei Ohtani Accuses Interpreter of Theft: Earlier this week, it was revealed that the Los Angeles Dodgers fired Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, amid allegations of substantial theft from Ohtani's bank account [Los Angeles Times].
- Ohtani Speaks Out: On March 25th, 2024, Ohtani spoke publicly for the first time about the situation. He expressed his sadness and shock at learning about the alleged theft and gambling debts [CBS News, SI.com].
- Ohtani Denies Knowledge: Ohtani vehemently denied ever placing sports bets or knowingly paying off Mizuhara's gambling debts [CBS News].
This situation is serious and casts a shadow over Ohtani's start to the MLB season. Law enforcement is reportedly involved, and we can expect more details to emerge as the investigation progresses.
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