Shohei Ohtani Caught in Gambling Scandal, Denies Involvement

The Dodgers star is embroiled in controversy as federal and MLB investigations unfold, but insists on his non-involvement and focuses on the season ahead.

• Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, is embroiled in a gambling scandal involving his former interpreter, who allegedly stole at least $4.5 million from Ohtani's account.
• Ohtani has denied any involvement in gambling and stated he was unaware of the transactions made by his former interpreter to pay off gambling debts.
• The scandal has sparked a federal investigation by the IRS and the Department of Homeland Security, alongside an internal probe by Major League Baseball.
• Ohtani's situation has ignited discussions on sports gambling addiction and the impact of illegal betting operations, despite the legalization of sports betting in many states.
• The Dodgers, including teammate Mookie Betts, assert that the scandal will not distract the team as they aim for World Series success.

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