Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Over Alleged Theft and Sports Gambling
The Los Angeles Dodgers fired Shohei Ohtani's interpreter and close friend due to alleged ties to sports gambling and a massive theft from the Japanese baseball star. Ohtani's attorneys are turning the matter over to authorities, and conflicting reports have emerged regarding Ohtani's involvement in covering the gambling debts.
Key Points
- Shohei Ohtani's interpreter and close friend, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired by the Los Angeles Dodgers after allegations of theft and ties to sports gambling.
- Ohtani's attorneys are turning the matter over to authorities after discovering massive theft from the Japanese baseball star.
- Conflicting reports emerged regarding Ohtani's involvement in covering Mizuhara's gambling debts, with differing statements from both parties.