Shohei Ohtani agrees to $700 million, 10-year contract with Los Angeles Dodgers
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Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani stands in the on-deck circle during the first inning in the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Cincinnati Reds Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) (Mark J. Terrill, AP)
NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani agreed Saturday to a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The deal was announced after days of speculation where the unique, two-way star would continue his career after six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels.
“This is a unique, historic contract for a unique, historic player,” Ohtani’s agent, Nez Balelo of CAA Sports, said in a statement. “He is excited to begin this partnership, and he structured his contract to reflect a true commitment from both sides to long-term success.”
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