Shohei Ohtani, the two-time AL MVP, was introduced by the @Dodgers at a press conference at Dodger Stadium. The event was attended by 300 media members, with about two-thirds from Japanese outlets. Ohtani agreed to a record $700 million, 10-year deal with the Dodgers. He expressed his excitement to join the team, emphasizing their shared passion for winning and their vision. Ohtani also mentioned his readiness to pitch and his priority of winning a World Series with the Dodgers. He deferred a significant portion of his contract to help the team build a better roster for championship contention.
"I can't wait to play for the Dodgers." ⚾ Shohei Ohtani was officially introduced as a member of the @Dodgers yesterday. Read more about his introductory press conference ⬇️ https://t.co/U6iNiIwIsx
Why did Shohei Ohtani sign with the Dodgers? It's not just about the money: He wants to win https://t.co/WgWojcqIT2
Shohei Ohtani buttons up his No. 17 Los Angeles Dodgers jersey and speaks to journalists for the first time since signing his record contract https://t.co/MEH222mTfy https://t.co/AXpvViLSAh
Ohtani says Dodgers passion for winning led to signing, salary deferral https://t.co/BMyeme8vXT https://t.co/V5Wd1rZLvJ
"They share the same passion as me." Shohei Ohtani inks $700M deal with Dodgers. https://t.co/TjN7jZCSuq https://t.co/TuM3NYkEvB
Shohei Ohtani says Dodgers’ definition of success was huge factor in decision https://t.co/7TcMhHjT0c
Ohtani discusses Dodgers, elbow surgery, dog's name at introductory press conference https://t.co/6HMOViJ9NU
Shohei Ohtani’s Dodgers choice — and deferrals — all about winning https://t.co/8icVp9Jiio https://t.co/QQYlww1tlS
What Shohei Ohtani said at his first Dodgers press conference: An annotated transcript of the two-way superstar's first public comments in four months. @ByMcCullough @stephenjnesbitt https://t.co/o1bOU1r7SO
Shohei Ohtani getting comfortable at Dodger Stadium 🙌 (via @MLB) https://t.co/dY8kOWoPl2
Shohei Ohtani’s first pictures in Dodger blue left MLB fans bewildered https://t.co/WgsWW0c8Mp
Shohei Ohtani shed light on his decision to join the Los Angeles Dodgers, saying that the club’s competitive history and mentality was a key factor in his signing. More from his introductory press conference: https://t.co/r68Oz3kKku https://t.co/j5shQNWEbc
Shohei Ohtani said one reason he chose the Dodgers is because they told him the last 10 years were a failure despite winning a World Series and making the playoffs every year "When I heard that, I knew they were all about winning." https://t.co/iCZKH2qFPB
Shohei Ohtani on his return to baseball: “I’m on a really good pace to be ready for opening day…I think I’ll be ready to pitch.” #Dodgers https://t.co/2iUsh6vSWC
Shohei Ohtani says he deferred as much money on his contract as possible to help the Dodgers build a better roster now. "I want to win championships." https://t.co/rrHyTBkGmw
Shohei Ohtani on the potential of winning a World Series: “I’m not sure how long I’m going to be able to play the game.” Winning a World Series is #1 on his priority list when choosing to join the #Dodgers.
First look at Shohei in a Dodgers jersey 👀 https://t.co/hAjZsdRLJ3
A first look at Shohei Ohtani in Dodger blue. 👀🔥 (📸: @MLB) https://t.co/9xk0POyCu0
Shohei Ohtani on making his decision: “I made my announcement on IG. I made my decision the night before I posted. Honestly, every team I met with they were all great…At the end of the day I had to choose one team and the #Dodgers were my choice.”
Our first look at Shohei Ohtani in his new Dodgers jersey 👀 https://t.co/vD5mhom6bP
First look at Ohtani in his Dodger uni 👀🔥 https://t.co/EcR6H4OM8C
Ohtani on joining the #Dodgers: I can't wait to join the Dodgers. They share the same passion as me, and have a vision and history all about winning."
Shohei Ohtani thanks the Angels at his introductory press conference for the Dodgers
Your first look at Shohei Ohtani in a Dodgers jersey! 🤩 https://t.co/5O0xSSH1OK
First look at Shohei Ohtani in a Dodgers jersey 🔥 (via @BNightengale) https://t.co/j5l9n18WNY
Shohei puts on a Dodgers jersey for the first time 😎 https://t.co/ESa6LSc3xD
Shohei Ohtani putting on Dodger Blue for the very first time. https://t.co/E4vvAwVgUY
Shohei Ohtani arrives to his Los Angeles Dodgers introductory press conference. 🎥 @FabianArdaya https://t.co/X3U2piZvqI
Shohei Ohtani officially speaks as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers after securing a $700 million, 10-year deal. https://t.co/x1PDKPfgHk
Watch LIVE as Shohei Ohtani is introduced as the newest member of the @Dodgers! https://t.co/gITPIASylI
Shohei has arrived to Dodger Stadium 🔥 (via @Dodgers) https://t.co/41BSrfHclB
The line for media in attendance for Shohei Ohtani's first presser as a Dodger 😯 (via @jorgecastillo) https://t.co/eqaTn4OTeX
Shohei Ohtani’s Dodger press conference starts in like an hour https://t.co/sQ8BJsWstY
The Dodgers are selling these Shohei Ohtani shirts alongside his jersey 👀 https://t.co/OGYvTagGEX
Dodgers set to welcome Shohei Ohtani at Thursday news conference https://t.co/mc0C6Z4VCr
The @Dodgers will introduce Shohei Ohtani at a presser at 3PM PT this afternoon ⚾ 300 media members are expected to attend, with about two-thirds from Japanese outlets. https://t.co/PRlFBht8rC
Shohei Ohtani to be introduced at Dodger Stadium press conference tomorrow after record $700 million deal https://t.co/SC014cnFaO
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The @Dodgers will officially introduce Shohei Ohtani at a news conference tomorrow. The two-time AL MVP agreed to a $700 million, 10-year deal over the weekend. He will address the media at Dodger Stadium during an afternoon news conference. https://t.co/abF8pae6iE https://t.co/KiBLlFeiOX
Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers introductory press conference will be tomorrow at 3 PM PT, per @BNightengale https://t.co/f7AlOLx7f8
Dodgers announce Shohei Ohtani’s introductory press conference will be tomorrow at 3 pm in the CF Plaza at Dodger Stadium