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Ohtani hits 175th home run in Major League Baseball, tying Matsui for most by a Japanese-born player
Shohei Ohtani’s 175th home run in the majors was not only a milestone, it was record-tying.
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What happened inside Ippei Mizuhara's court hearing
Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter was ordered to undergo gambling addiction treatment in a sports betting case stemming from allegations he stole $16 million from the Japanese baseball player’s bank account to pay off debts. NBC Los Angeles’ Alex Rozier report.
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Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter apologizes to Dodgers star
Ippei Mizuhara issued a statement via his attorney, apologizing to Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers and Major League Baseball.
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Text messages, big wagers and debt. Investigators detail charges against Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter
Federal authorities announced bank fraud charges Thursday in their investigation into the gambling scandal involving the former interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani.
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Shohei Ohtani's interpreter ‘used and abused' his ties to baseball star, Feds say
Authorities announced federal charges against Ippei Mizuhara who allegedly helped set up a bank account for Shohei Ohtani in 2018. NBC Los Angeles’ Karma Dickerson reports.
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WATCH: Federal prosecutors announce charges against former Ohtani interpreter
U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada said Shohei Ohtani is considered a victim in the case.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter charged with stealing $16M to pay gambling debts
Federal authorities announced bank fraud charges Thursday in their investigation into the gambling scandal involving the former interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani.
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Ohtani's ex-interpreter likely to face charges: Sources
Shohei Ohtani’s ex interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, will likely face federal charges in gambling investigation, sources tell NBC News. Robert Kovacik reports for the NBC4 News on April 10, 2024.
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Shohei Ohtani set to play at Wrigley Field for first time
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani will be headed to Chicago this weekend for a series against the Cubs, and it will actually mark a career first for him.
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‘Did Shohei know?' Why Ohtani may not have noticed millions of dollars missing from account
Shohei Ohtani wearing a Dodger uniform for the Dodger Stadium debut is a headline in itself. But no matter how much Ohtani tried to clear the air and his name during a news conference, Thursday’s home opener would not come without questions about what happened off the field. “People are always going to wonder: Did Shohei know?” said David...
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Why Shohei Ohtani may have not noticed money missing from his account
Experts explain why Shohei Ohtani may not have realized $4.5 million was missing from his bank account. NBC Los Angeles’ Hetty Chang reports on March 28, 2024.
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Life after Shohei Ohtani begins for Angels when they open MLB season in Baltimore
The post-Shohei Ohtani era begins Thursday for the Angels.
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Shohei Ohtani mural unveiled in Little Tokyo
A tribute to Shohei Ohtani is now towering over Little Tokyo. Lauren Coronado reports for the NBC4 News on Mar. 27, 2024.
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Fans react to Ohtani addressing interpreter theft allegations
Shohei Ohtani broke his silence for the first time to address the theft allegations against his interpreter. Darsha Philips reports for the NBC4 News on Mar. 25, 2024.
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Investigation into Ohtani interpreter theft allegations
As the IRS probe continues, Shohei Ohtani and his former interpreter will also be part of the Major League Baseball investigation. Three former prosecutors have been tasked to look into the allegations. Mekahlo Medina reports for the NBC4 News on Mar. 25, 2024.
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A look back at some of the Dodgers' most infamous scandals
The boys in blue have over a hundred years of history and with that, comes some controversy.
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Ohtani's interpreter scandal may affect him under strict CA gambling laws
There are still questions about whether the Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani had any involvement with this potentially illegal gambling operation. Alex Rozier reports for the NBC4 News on March 21, 2024.
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Who is Orange County bookie who received millions of dollars from Shohei Ohtani's account?
Mathew Bowyer of San Juan Capistrano met Ippei Mizuhara, Ohtana’s longtime interpreter and friend, in 2022 through a mutual friend, his lawyer confirmed.
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Who is Matthew Bowyer, alleged bookie linked to Ohtani's interpreter?
As federal investigators look into an alleged sports gambling scheme out of Orange County, NBC News confirmed $4.5 million was sent from Shohei Ohtani’s account to Matthew Bowyer, an alleged bookie based in San Juan Capistrano. NBCLA’s Hetty Change reports on March 21, 2024.
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New Shohei Ohtani mural in the works in Little Tokyo
The new mural titled “LA Rising,” depicting Shohei Ohtani, is being painted on the wall of the Miyako Hotel in Little Tokyo.