Shohei Ohtani (English Wikipedia)

Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "Shohei Ohtani" in English language version.

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abc30.com

"Angels' Shohei Ohtani beats Yankees' duo to win AL Rookie of the Year". Archived from the original on November 13, 2018. Retrieved November 12, 2018.

apnews.com

Beacham, Greg (December 28, 2021). "One of a kind: Ohtani wins AP Male Athlete of Year award". AP News. Archived from the original on March 30, 2023. Retrieved December 28, 2021.
Neumann, Sean (January 12, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani's Dog 'Decoy' Receives Joke Visa from U.S. Embassy in Japan: Passport Number '000MVPUP000'". People. New York, New York: Dotdash Meredith. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
Farkas, Brady (January 28, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani and His Dog Go Viral Yet Again After Ohtani Collects MVP Award". Fastball FanNation. Sports Illustrated. Retrieved March 1, 2024. Afterwards, Ohtani and his dog, Decoy, went viral yet again for a picture posted on social media:
Chiusano, Scott (January 11, 2024). "Where in the world is Shohei's dog? Pup now has a 'passport'". Major League Baseball. Retrieved March 1, 2024. Ohtani posted an image of a fake United States visa on Instagram, complete with a passport photo of Decoy and his given name, Dekopin.
Harris, Beth (December 14, 2023). "Shohei Ohtani reveals dog's name at Dodgers' introduction: Decoy". Associated Press. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
Asperin, Alexa Mae (January 14, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani's dog gets passport from US Embassy in Japan". KTTV. Los Angeles. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
Yong, Nicholas (February 29, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani: Baseball superstar announces marriage to Japanese woman". BBC News. Archived from the original on February 29, 2024. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
Wade, Stephen (February 29, 2024). "Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says he is married and his bride is Japanese". Associated Press. Retrieved February 29, 2024.

baseball-reference.com

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"2021 Los Angeles Angels Statistics". Baseball-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on November 12, 2021. Retrieved November 11, 2021.
"Shohei Ohtani Japanese Leagues Statistics & History". Baseball Reference. Archived from the original on December 8, 2020. Retrieved January 19, 2018.

baseballamerica.com

Glaser, Kyle (October 22, 2021). "Shohei Ohtani Is Baseball America's 2021 MLB Player Of The Year". Baseball America. Archived from the original on October 22, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
"Better Than Babe: Shohei Ohtani Shatters Precedent As 2023 MLB Player Of The Year". BaseballAmerica.com. October 2, 2023. Archived from the original on December 18, 2023. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
Glaser, Kyle (August 24, 2021). "'Crazy. Unbelievable. Different:' Shohei Ohtani's Immense Tools Stand Alone". Baseball America. Retrieved February 29, 2024. A powerfully built 6-foot-4, 210 pounds, Ohtani's average run time of 4.09 seconds from home to first base is tied for fourth fastest in the majors, as measured by MLB Statcast.

baseballprospectus.com

Austin, Darius (July 19, 2021). "Need for Speed: Shohei Ohtani Special". Baseball Prospectus. Archived from the original on October 26, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.

bbc.com

Yong, Nicholas (February 29, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani: Baseball superstar announces marriage to Japanese woman". BBC News. Archived from the original on February 29, 2024. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
Wade, Stephen (February 29, 2024). "Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says he is married and his bride is Japanese". Associated Press. Retrieved February 29, 2024.

cbslocal.com

newyork.cbslocal.com

"Otani Becomes MLB Free Agent After Posting Deal Approved". CBS New York. December 1, 2017. Archived from the original on April 12, 2018. Retrieved April 12, 2018.

cbssports.com

Axisa, Mike (September 14, 2016). "WATCH: Shohei Otani breaks his own record, throws Japan's fastest pitch ever". CBS Sports. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
"Angels' Shohei Ohtani: Avoids two years of arbitration". CBS Sports. February 8, 2021. Archived from the original on May 25, 2021. Retrieved July 18, 2021.
Perry, Dayn (May 10, 2023). "Shohei Ohtani passes Babe Ruth to set a record for most pitching strikeouts by a player with 100 homers". CBSSports.com. Archived from the original on May 22, 2023. Retrieved May 21, 2023.
Snyder, Matt (July 1, 2023). "Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani just had the best June in MLB history — yes, even better than Babe Ruth". CBSSports.com. Archived from the original on September 29, 2023. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
Anderson, RJ (August 19, 2023). "Shohei Ohtani hits grand slam, Angels turn triple play but lose in extra innings against the Rays". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 8, 2023. Retrieved October 6, 2023.
Anderson, R.J.; Axisa, Mike (February 3, 2017). "2017 World Baseball Classic: Shohei Otani, the player we all wanted to see, won't play". CBSports.com. Archived from the original on December 7, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
Axisa, Mike (March 21, 2023). "World Baseball Classic: Shohei Ohtani awarded WBC MVP after closing out championship in Japan's win over USA". CBS Sports. Archived from the original on March 22, 2023. Retrieved March 21, 2023.
Axisa, Mike (March 22, 2023). "2023 All-WBC team: Shohei Ohtani selected at two positions; Mike Trout, Trea Turner, Randy Arozarena make cut". CBS Sports. Archived from the original on February 14, 2024. Retrieved December 26, 2023.

charlotteobserver.com

Beacham, Greg (July 8, 2021). "Ohtani hits 32nd HR, tops Matsui's Japanese sluggers record". The Charlotte Observer. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 8, 2021.

cnn.com

Close, David; Lev, Jacob (March 15, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani reveals his new wife's identity – she's also a star athlete". CNN. Retrieved March 20, 2024.
Egan, Matt (November 16, 2021). "MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani takes a stake in crypto firm FTX". CNN. Archived from the original on February 10, 2022. Retrieved May 23, 2022.
Yan, Holly (April 11, 2024). "Former Ohtani interpreter Mizuhara faces federal charge after allegedly stealing $16 million from the baseball superstar". CNN.

espn.com

"Shohei Otani: 'Hope to do my best in America from next year on'". ESPN. November 10, 2017. Archived from the original on November 10, 2017. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
"Angels' Shohei Ohtani had platelet-rich plasma injection in pitching elbow, GM confirms". ESPN. December 13, 2017. Archived from the original on December 13, 2017. Retrieved December 13, 2017.
Gutierrez, Paul (March 30, 2018). "Angels' Ohtani: 'Never going to forget' first at-bat, a single". ESPN. Archived from the original on April 5, 2018. Retrieved March 30, 2018.
"Angels' Shohei Ohtani activated from DL, goes 0-for-4 versus M's". ESPN. Associated Press. July 2, 2018. Archived from the original on July 11, 2018. Retrieved July 10, 2018.
"Shohei Ohtani ready to pitch Sunday after nursing 11-week UCL injury". ESPN. August 30, 2018. Archived from the original on August 31, 2018. Retrieved August 31, 2018.
Gonzalez, Alden (September 5, 2018). "Shohei Ohtani slams 2 homers after Tommy John surgery recommendation". ESPN. Archived from the original on September 6, 2018. Retrieved September 6, 2018.
Gonzalez, Alden (September 26, 2018). "Angels' Shohei Ohtani will have Tommy John at start of offseason". ESPN. Archived from the original on September 26, 2018. Retrieved September 27, 2018.
Schoenfield, David (November 12, 2018). "Ohtani tops Yanks duo for AL Rookie of the Year". ESPN. Archived from the original on March 22, 2023. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
"2021 MLB All-Star Home Run Derby: Results, bracket and highlights as stars swung for the fences in Denver". ESPN. July 12, 2021. Archived from the original on July 12, 2021. Retrieved July 13, 2021.
Bollinger, Rhett (July 14, 2021). "Ohtani earns historic win with perfect 1st". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 23, 2021. Retrieved July 22, 2021.
Gonzalez, Alden (July 26, 2021). "Ohtani pitches, hits and runs through Rox". ESPN. Archived from the original on July 27, 2021. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
Gonzalez, Alden (April 7, 2022). "Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani strikes out nine, hitless at plate in loss to Astros". ESPN. Archived from the original on September 28, 2022. Retrieved April 8, 2022.
Passan, Jeff (July 5, 2023). "Did Shohei Ohtani just have the best month in MLB history?". ESPN. Archived from the original on October 19, 2023. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
Gonzalez, Alden (September 16, 2023). "Angels' Shohei Ohtani out for season; elbow procedure soon". ESPN. Archived from the original on October 3, 2023. Retrieved September 17, 2023.
Hajducky, Dan (July 20, 2021). "Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani lands exclusive memorabilia deal with Fanatics". Forbes. Archived from the original on September 22, 2022. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
Lee, Joon (January 31, 2022). "Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani on cover of MLB the Show 22". ESPN. Archived from the original on January 31, 2022. Retrieved January 31, 2022.
Gonzalez, Alden (September 12, 2019). "Shohei Ohtani can hit, pitch – and keep his teammates laughing". ESPN. Archived from the original on October 8, 2021. Retrieved October 8, 2021.
Thompson, Tisha (March 20, 2024). "Ohtani's interpreter fired, 'massive theft' alleged". ESPN.com. Retrieved April 2, 2024.

fangraphs.com

"Major League Leaderboards » 2022 » Batters » Statcast - Exit Velocity". FanGraphs Baseball. Archived from the original on October 24, 2022. Retrieved April 30, 2023.

fivethirtyeight.com

"Only One Player Has Ever Been As Good As Shohei Ohtani". June 30, 2021. Archived from the original on June 4, 2023. Retrieved July 1, 2023.

forbes.com

"30 UNDER 30 ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS". Forbes. Archived from the original on March 31, 2018. Retrieved December 8, 2021.
Birnbaum, Justin (March 28, 2023). "Baseball's Highest-Paid Players 2023: Shohei Ohtani's MLB-Record Total Lands Him At No. 1". Forbes. Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
Birnbaum, Justin (April 6, 2022). "Thanks To A Show-Stopping 2021, Shohei Ohtani's Endorsement Earnings Have Tripled In A Year". Forbes. Archived from the original on April 21, 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
Birnbaum, Justin (July 8, 2021). "How MLB Superstar Shohei Ohtani Made $6 Million In Endorsements Without Even Trying". Forbes. Archived from the original on July 14, 2021. Retrieved July 14, 2021.

foxla.com

Neumann, Sean (January 12, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani's Dog 'Decoy' Receives Joke Visa from U.S. Embassy in Japan: Passport Number '000MVPUP000'". People. New York, New York: Dotdash Meredith. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
Farkas, Brady (January 28, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani and His Dog Go Viral Yet Again After Ohtani Collects MVP Award". Fastball FanNation. Sports Illustrated. Retrieved March 1, 2024. Afterwards, Ohtani and his dog, Decoy, went viral yet again for a picture posted on social media:
Chiusano, Scott (January 11, 2024). "Where in the world is Shohei's dog? Pup now has a 'passport'". Major League Baseball. Retrieved March 1, 2024. Ohtani posted an image of a fake United States visa on Instagram, complete with a passport photo of Decoy and his given name, Dekopin.
Harris, Beth (December 14, 2023). "Shohei Ohtani reveals dog's name at Dodgers' introduction: Decoy". Associated Press. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
Asperin, Alexa Mae (January 14, 2024). "Shohei Ohtani's dog gets passport from US Embassy in Japan". KTTV. Los Angeles. Retrieved March 1, 2024.

foxsports.com

"Shohei Ohtani named AL Rookie of the Year by Baseball Digest". Fox Sports. October 31, 2018. Archived from the original on November 2, 2018. Retrieved November 2, 2018.
"Shohei Ohtani earns second Rookie of the Month award". Fox Sports. October 2018. Archived from the original on October 3, 2018. Retrieved October 2, 2018.

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"Japanese high school fireballer opting for MLB". October 21, 2012. Archived from the original on April 2, 2016. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
Miller, Doug. "Fans taken by Ohtani's set of skills, innocence". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on June 18, 2018. Retrieved November 29, 2017.

halosheaven.com

Stephen, Eric (December 21, 2020). "2020 Angels in review: Shohei Ohtani". Halos Heaven. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved June 1, 2022.

insider.com

"A Japanese propaganda film helped Shohei Ohtani follow a path to making baseball history". Insider.com. Archived from the original on October 31, 2023. Retrieved April 27, 2021.

japantimes.co.jp

"Shohei Otani named WBSC player of the year for 2015". The Japan Times. October 16, 2017. Archived from the original on December 8, 2020. Retrieved July 6, 2021.
"Ohtani becomes first Japanese MLB home-run champion". The Japan Times. October 2, 2023. Archived from the original on October 3, 2023. Retrieved October 2, 2023.
Coskrey, Jason (May 24, 2013). "Fighters rookie Otani makes solid impression in mound debut". The Japan Times. Archived from the original on October 7, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2021.
"Ogawa, Norimoto win Rookie of the Year awards". The Japan Times. November 25, 2013. Archived from the original on April 13, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
"Ohtani may create unique challenge". The Japan Times. Retrieved September 9, 2014.^{[permanent dead link]}
"Ohtani fireballs lead PL past CL in All-Star Game 2". The Japan Times. Retrieved July 19, 2014.^{[permanent dead link]}
"Samurai Japan unveils remaining players for MLB series". The Japan Times. October 9, 2014. Archived from the original on November 29, 2014. Retrieved October 9, 2014.
"Ohtani impresses visiting MLB stars". The Japan Times. Retrieved November 20, 2014.^{[permanent dead link]}
Coskrey, Jason (November 25, 2016). "Otani makes history with Best Nine selection at both pitcher and DH". The Japan Times. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
Coskrey, Jason; Nagatsuka, Kaz (November 29, 2016). "Otani, Arai win MVP awards". The Japan Times. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
Coskrey, Jason (July 16, 2016). "Fellow All-Stars rave about Otani's special talents". The Japan Times. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
"Shohei Ohtani named AL Player of the Week for the fifth time". japantimes.co.jp. June 21, 2023. Archived from the original on October 19, 2023. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
"Shohei Ohtani named Angels' team MVP for third straight year". japantimes.co.jp. October 1, 2023. Archived from the original on December 18, 2023. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
Coskrey, Jason (March 8, 2023). "Shohei Ohtani ready to lead powerful Japan at World Baseball Classic". The Japan Times. Archived from the original on March 11, 2023. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
"Otani eyes MLB move after next season". The Japan Times. December 5, 2016. Archived from the original on November 1, 2019. Retrieved March 21, 2018.

kyodonews.net

english.kyodonews.net

"Baseball: Angels' Ohtani hammered, leaves with blister". Kyodo News+. April 18, 2018. Archived from the original on September 27, 2018. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
"Baseball: New Dodger Shohei Ohtani flicks the script with unusual dog name". Kyodo News. December 15, 2023. Archived from the original on December 30, 2023. Retrieved December 30, 2023.
Adler, Lindsey (December 15, 2023). "Who's a Lucky Dog? (Hint: His Owner Just Signed a $700-Million Contract)". Wall Street Journal. Archived from the original on December 30, 2023. Retrieved December 30, 2023.

latimes.com

"Shohei Ohtani first player to win MVP by unanimous vote twice". Los Angeles Times. November 16, 2023. Archived from the original on November 17, 2023. Retrieved November 17, 2023.
Hernández, Dylan (September 29, 2017). "Column: Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani could be double threat in big leagues". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 18, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2021.
Hernandez, Dylan (September 29, 2017). "Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani could be double threat in big leagues". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 18, 2021. Retrieved October 10, 2017.
Hernández, Dylan (December 12, 2017). "Column: The next Shohei Ohtani is already waiting in the wings". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on October 7, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2021.
Hernández, Dylan (April 27, 2021). "Column: Shohei Ohtani's Ruthian two-way journey began in Japan, accelerated under Joe Maddon". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on October 7, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2021.
Hernandez, Dylan (July 12, 2021). "Column: From Shohei Ohtani to Naomi Osaka, Japanese athletes dominate during golden era". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on May 25, 2022. Retrieved July 12, 2021.
Harris, Jack (February 18, 2021). "Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani is happy to be free of restrictions on his use". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on October 5, 2021. Retrieved October 5, 2021.
Hernandez, Dylan (September 29, 2017). "Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani could be double threat in big leagues". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 18, 2021. Retrieved December 2, 2017.
Hernández, Dylan (November 6, 2017). "Japanese star Shohei Ohtani reportedly chooses CAA Sports to represent him in the U.S., a sign he's ready to play in the majors". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on September 15, 2021. Retrieved September 15, 2021.
Shaiken, Bill (April 14, 2023). "Shohei Ohtani should be dismissed from FTX endorsement lawsuit, his lawyers say". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved October 3, 2023.

mainichi.jp

"Father of baseball star Ohtani coached son with life tips in 'very ordinary' upbringing". Mainichi Daily News. December 11, 2017. Archived from the original on October 7, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2021.

mlb.com

Castrovince, Anthony (October 26, 2021). "Ohtani wins Historic Achievement Award". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 27, 2021. Retrieved October 26, 2021.
Bollinger, Rhett (October 5, 2022). "Ohtani makes history again, becoming 1st player to do this". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 6, 2022. Retrieved October 6, 2022.
Bollinger, Rhett (August 9, 2023). "Ohtani throws more zeros, makes more history". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
Bollinger, Rhett (September 29, 2023). "Another 1st for Ohtani: Most popular MLB jersey in '23". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
Wexler, Sarah (December 11, 2023). "$700M stunner: Ohtani to Dodgers on biggest deal in sports history". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on December 12, 2023. Retrieved December 11, 2023.
"Japan tops Team USA in dramatic finish to claim 3rd Classic title". Major League Baseball. March 21, 2023. Archived from the original on March 22, 2023. Retrieved July 1, 2023.
Adler, David (March 19, 2023). "'It's as if he's throwing his soul': Get to know Japanese ace Roki Sasaki". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 19, 2023. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
"Japanese high school fireballer opting for MLB". October 21, 2012. Archived from the original on April 2, 2016. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
Miller, Doug. "Fans taken by Ohtani's set of skills, innocence". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on June 18, 2018. Retrieved November 29, 2017.
Miller, Doug (November 29, 2017). "Fans taken by Ohtani's set of skills, innocence". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on June 18, 2018. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
Bertha, Mike (November 8, 2015). "Japanese two-way prodigy Shohei Ohtani is already dominating at the Premier 12 tournament". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
"Here are four reasons why Shohei Ohtani was named MLB Pipeline's No. 1 prospect". Major League Baseball. January 27, 2018. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
"Angels officially welcome 2-way star Ohtani". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on February 27, 2018. Retrieved December 9, 2017.
Guardado, Maria (April 1, 2018). "Sho time! Ohtani dazzles in mound debut". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on June 18, 2018. Retrieved October 5, 2021.
Guardado, Maria (April 3, 2018). "Shohei Ohtani hits first MLB home run". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on April 8, 2018. Retrieved August 3, 2021.
Guardado, Maria (April 7, 2018). "Ohtani homers in his third straight game". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on August 20, 2018. Retrieved August 3, 2021.
Yang, Avery (April 8, 2018). "Shohei Ohtani retires first 19, fans 12 over 7 scoreless". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on April 9, 2018. Retrieved April 8, 2018.
Guardado, Maria (June 8, 2018). "Shohei Ohtani has UCL sprain, placed on DL". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on June 12, 2018. Retrieved June 8, 2018.
"Shohei Ohtani homers twice, his first two on the road". Major League Baseball. August 3, 2018. Archived from the original on October 31, 2023. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
Guardado, Maria (September 2, 2018). "Ohtani's velocity dip in return not elbow-related". mlb.com. Archived from the original on January 15, 2024. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
"Ohtani has successful Tommy John surgery". Major League Baseball. October 1, 2018. Archived from the original on October 2, 2018. Retrieved October 1, 2018.
Schmehl, James (May 7, 2019). "Ohtani activated as DH, hitting 3rd tonight". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 17, 2019. Retrieved June 1, 2022.
Bollinger, Rhett (September 12, 2019). "Ohtani to have left knee surgery, season over". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on December 23, 2019. Retrieved June 1, 2022.
Simon, Andrew (July 6, 2020). "MLB's 60-game schedule for 2020 unveiled". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on November 1, 2020. Retrieved July 8, 2020.
Bollinger, Rhett (July 26, 2020). "Ohtani's return goes awry: 5 runs, no outs". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on August 1, 2020. Retrieved May 17, 2021.
Bollinger, Rhett (August 3, 2020). "Shohei (flexor) won't throw for 4–6 weeks". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on August 4, 2020. Retrieved August 3, 2020.
Bollinger, Rhett (June 23, 2021). "'Why not Ohtani?': Angels make DH history". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 28, 2021. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
Bollinger, Rhett (July 4, 2021). "Trailblazer Ohtani in ASG as hitter, pitcher". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 4, 2021. Retrieved July 4, 2021.
"2021 MLB All-Star Home Run Derby: Results, bracket and highlights as stars swung for the fences in Denver". ESPN. July 12, 2021. Archived from the original on July 12, 2021. Retrieved July 13, 2021.
Bollinger, Rhett (July 14, 2021). "Ohtani earns historic win with perfect 1st". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 23, 2021. Retrieved July 22, 2021.
Guerrero, Daniel (July 26, 2021). "Los Angeles Angels manager Joe Maddon says star Shohei Ohtani should win the AL MVP award: 'It's not even close'". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on July 27, 2021. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
Bollinger, Rhett (July 29, 2021). "Ohtani steals way into record books in loss". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on August 2, 2021. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
Harrigan, Thomas (August 2, 2021). "Ohtani, Schwarber named June's top players". Major League Baseball. Archived from the original on October 4, 2021. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
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