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Oct 13, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) and first base Freddie Freeman (5) in the dug out in the fourth inning during game one of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium.

Freddie Freeman describes media circus that follows Shohei Ohtani: ‘I’ve never seen so many cameras’

"Shohei is such a global superstar, and everywhere he went, every city, they want to see him — rightfully so."

By Sam Neumann OnNov 9, 2024 0
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter player Shohei Ohtani

Japan outpaces United States in World Series viewership so far

That's not to say viewership in the United States has been poor. Quite the opposite, in fact.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 28, 2024 0
Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, edit via Liam McGuire

MLB

Predicting Dodgers-Yankees World Series viewership

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates with pitcher Clayton Kershaw

Fox posts multi-year high for NLCS viewership

Fox is having its most-watched postseason since 2017.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 22, 2024 0
Apple TV will produce a documentary series featuring the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers as they compete for a World Series. Photo Credits: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images (Aaron Judge, left); Brad Penner-Imagn Images (Shohei Ohtani, right).

Apple TV to produce Yankees-Dodgers World Series docuseries

Apple TV+ continues to emphasize its sports content strategy.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 21, 2024 0
Shohei Ohtani (17) and the Dodgers celebrate advancing to the NLCS on Oct. 11, 2024.

Dodgers-Padres Game 5 drew more viewers in Japan than United States

The Dodgers-Padres game featuring Shohei Ohtani, Yu Darvish, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto drew a massive audience in Japan.

By Matt Yoder OnOct 17, 2024 0
Shohei Ohtani in MLB commercial

MLB ad pleads for Aaron Judge-Shohei Ohtani World Series

What happens if the Yankees or Dodgers get knocked out of the playoffs?

By Brandon Contes OnOct 14, 2024 8
Sep 19, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts toward the dugout after hitting his 50th home run of the season, a two-run home run, against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at loanDepot Park.

Joe Davis: Shohei Ohtani’s 50/50 game ‘as fun of a day I’ve had in my career’

Joe Davis describes witnessing and calling Shohei Ohtani's 50/50 game as one of the most enjoyable days of his broadcasting career.

By Sam Neumann OnSep 20, 2024 0
Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani’s historic day draws attention to hilarious freezing cold takes

"He's basically like a high school hitter."

By Arthur Weinstein OnSep 19, 2024 7
Marlins manager Skip Schumaker moments before Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run of the season

Marlins manager captured on broadcast dropping F-bomb moments before Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run

Schumaker had "too much respect" to intentionally walk Ohtani ahead of his historic home run.

By Reice Shipley OnSep 19, 2024 0
Shohei Ohtani

Joe Davis praised for call on Shohei Ohtani’s historic home run

"One of a kind player! One of a kind season!"

By Arthur Weinstein OnSep 19, 2024 3
Aug 23, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a walk-off grand slam home run, his 40th of the season, in the ninth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium.

Joe Davis would like a redo on his Shohei Ohtani 40/40 call

"I didn't do anything wrong...but I would like to be able to do that one again."

By Sam Neumann OnSep 11, 2024 0
Eno Sarris.

The Athletic’s Eno Sarris on Shohei Ohtani, the MLB playoff picture, and his favorite baseball park

'I would say that the Francisco Lindor-Shohei Ohtani (NL MVP) race is maybe closer than people think.'

By Michael Grant OnSep 10, 2024 1
Keith Hernandez and Gary Cohen

Keith Hernandez perplexed by Shohei Ohtani’s dog throwing first pitch

"Hurray for Hollywood."

By Brandon Contes OnAug 30, 2024 4
Jul 20, 2019; Cooperstown, NY, USA; Master of Ceremonies, MLB Network Greg Amsinger speaks at the awards ceremony for broadcasters and writers at Doubleday Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory J. Fisher-USA TODAY Sports

MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger is a prophet

MLB Network's Greg Amsinger called Shohei Ohtani the greatest living baseball player seconds before he hit a home run during a live look-in.

By Matt Yoder OnAug 25, 2024 1
Ball person runs from baseball

Phillies broadcast stunned by ‘bizarre’ security guard reaction to Shohei Ohtani hit

"That was one of the craziest things I think I’ve ever seen."

By Brandon Contes OnAug 6, 2024 2
Credit: Major League Baseball

MLB

Could MLB’s Home Run Derby finally outdraw All-Star Game in 2024?

Karl Ravech prior to a regular season Sunday Night Baseball game.

Karl Ravech: Baseball doesn’t need saving

"The game is in great shape."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 9, 2024 8
Paul Bissonnette Pardon My Take

Paul Bissonnette hilariously struggles to name 5 MLB players

"Who's the guy who got busted with the gambling?"

By Arthur Weinstein OnJun 8, 2024 0
Joe Buck on 'Foul Territory'

Joe Buck critical of MLB’s player access to national media

"We do All-Star games, and there's some guys in the locker room we've never met."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 24, 2024 1
Shohei Ohtani (C) with agent Nez Balelo (left) and interpreter Ippei Mizuhara at an introductory press conference at Dodger Stadium in December 2023.

The Shohei Ohtani interpreter gambling scandal already has a scripted TV series in the works

A scripted TV series on the gambling scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara is in the works at Lionsgate.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnMay 9, 2024 0
Ken Rosenthal

Ken Rosenthal predicts Juan Soto’s next contract will outweigh Shohei Ohtani megadeal

"It's Juan Soto, he's going to be 26 next season as a free agent going into the market, he is going to do really well."

By Brendon Kleen OnApr 23, 2024 0
Craig Carton Shohei Ohtani

Craig Carton: Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter’s texts display textbook gambling addiction

"It's an insidious addiction and someone should keep an eye on Ippei."

By Ben Axelrod OnApr 12, 2024 4
Apr 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates after scoring a run against the Minnesota Twins in the sixth inning at Target Field.

Michael Kay blasts Shohei Ohtani’s media silence: ‘He hasn’t answered a question!’

"I have never heard of a superstar just completely being allowed to ignore and, in effect, ignore the fans, too."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 11, 2024 2
Mar 29, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) at home plate against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Dodger Stadium.

Chris Russo unleashes on Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani for strong-arming fan for home run ball

"That is an absolute unmitigated disgrace that the Dodgers did this nonsense. "

By Sam Neumann OnApr 6, 2024 2

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