Why is Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal trending? Let’s break down the alleged news.

Shohei Ohtani Translator

According to this article posted by TMZ, baseball star Shohei Ohtani’s translator- Ippei Mizuhara- was allegedly gambling “millions of dollars.” Supposedly, Ohtani is reportedly a victim of fraud as outlined by the article.

Mizuhara was allegedly Ohtani’s translator, friend, and “functionally” his manager. However, it was recently revealed that Mizuhara gambled approximately $4.5 million. It is alleged that Mizuhara claimed Ohtani covered the supposed debt.

Shohei Ohtani Gambling

Ohtani has been cleared in the scandal as it is alleged he is a victim of fraud as this related article claims that Mizuhara stole over $4.5m from Ohtani as a means to seemingly cover “illegal gambling debts.” It is unclear what will happen next, but, as the article goes on to claim, the New York Times has recently reported that Mizuhara is allegedly expected to plead guilty in the case.

Ohtani was allegedly unaware of the gambling because Mizuhara went over his head and reportedly embezzled from one of his accounts, as noted here. As a result, Ohtani was reportedly not part of the scandal and reportedly remains a victim of fraud in this case.

Shohei Ohtani Contract

Ohtani signed a 10-year contract for $700,000,000 with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Published by HOLR Magazine.

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