2024 Los Angeles Dodgers Schedule with Japanese Superstars Shohei Ohtani & Yoshinobu Yamamoto (2024 Schedule) [Video]NEW

Shohei Ohtani has signed a record-breaking deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The details of the contract are still being finalized, but reports suggest it is the largest in MLB history, surpassing Mike Trout's previously held record.

Ohtani's arrival in Los Angeles marks the culmination of weeks of speculation and fierce competition between several teams vying for his signature. The Dodgers, with their deep pockets and championship aspirations, ultimately emerged victorious, solidifying their position as one of baseball's most formidable forces.

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Japanese Baseball League (NPB)
• Pacific League Pitcher Best Nine and ERA leader (2015)
• Pacific League Most Valuable Player and first Japan Professional Sports Grand Prize (2016)

Shoehei Awards-Major League Baseball (MLB)
• Rookie of the Year Award (2018)
• All-MLB Team (both 1st and 2nd teams in 2021)
• Most Valuable Player Award (AL) - twice. (2021 & 2023) - Notably, he's the first player to win multiple MVP awards unanimously
• Edgar Martínez Outstanding Designated Hitter Award (3 times - 2021, 2022, 2023)
• Silver Slugger Award (2021, 2023)
• AL Hank Aaron Award (2023)
• Los Angeles Angels Player of the Year (2021, 2022, 2023)
• Associated Press AP Athlete of the Year (2021, 2023)
• Baseball America Major League Player of the Year (2021, 2023)

2024 Key Game Dates for Shohei Ohtani
• Feb. 22: Spring Training opener at Padres
• March 20: Dodgers vs. Padres in Korea (MLB regular season games in Korea)
• March 26: Exhibition matchup at Angels
• March 28: Home opener vs. Cardinals (Ohtani's official Dodgers debut)
• April 5: Dodgers at Cubs (Ohtani's first game at Wrigley Field)
• April 26: Dodgers at Blue Jays (Ohtani's trip to Toronto as a visitor)
• May 3: Dodgers vs. Braves (Ohtani vs. Ronald Acuña Jr., two reigning MVPs)
• May 13-15: Dodgers at Giants (Ohtani faces Giants at Oracle Park)
• May 27-29: Dodgers at Mets (Ohtani in New York)
• June 7: Dodgers at Yankees (Ohtani vs. Judge, Soto, and the Yankees)
• June 11: Dodgers vs. Rangers (Ohtani's impact on the Dodgers, similar to Rangers' signings in 2023)
• June 21-22: Dodgers vs. Angels (Ohtani faces his former team for the first time)
• Sept. 3: Dodgers at Angels (Ohtani's return to Angel Stadium as a visiting player)

About Ohtani's Skills
Ohtani's unique skillset as a dominant pitcher and powerful hitter makes him a true game changer. His presence in the Dodgers' lineup will undoubtedly bolster their already potent offense and add a new dimension to their pitching rotation. With Ohtani in their arsenal, the Dodgers are now considered the favorites to win it all in 2024 and beyond.

With Ohtani now a Dodger, the MLB landscape has irrevocably shifted. The Los Angeles faithful are undoubtedly thrilled to welcome their newest star, and the rest of the league is left to grapple with the challenge of facing Ohtani in their own backyard. One thing is certain: the arrival of Shohei Ohtani in Los Angeles is a game-changer, and its ramifications will be felt throughout baseball for years to come.

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