Where will Ohtani play in 2024?

[warped]

22 hours ago, Angels 1961 said:

What no mystery team.

Angels 

[jsnpritchett]

https://www.mlb.com/news/shohei-ohtani-rumors

"Dec. 2: Ohtani negotiations entering 'final stretch' (report)
The Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes may conclude very soon.

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet, a "small group" of teams is expected to meet with Ohtani and his representatives in Los Angeles this weekend. Industry sources told Nicholson-Smith that negotiations with the two-time MVP are entering their "final stretch."

The exact identity of those teams is not known, but Nicholson-Smith reports that the Dodgers are seen as "the clear leading suitor" for Ohtani. The Blue Jays and Cubs are believed to be in that small group, per Nicholson-Smith, while the Giants and Angels "haven't been ruled out."

Those are the same five clubs that ESPN's Jeff Passan (subscription required) and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman recently reported were still vying for Ohtani. 

"Ohtani’s decision will create huge ripple effects in the industry and it now appears that decision could be coming soon," Nicholson-Smith wrote."

[greginpsca]

25 minutes ago, jsnpritchett said:

https://www.mlb.com/news/shohei-ohtani-rumors

"Dec. 2: Ohtani negotiations entering 'final stretch' (report)
The Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes may conclude very soon.

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet, a "small group" of teams is expected to meet with Ohtani and his representatives in Los Angeles this weekend. Industry sources told Nicholson-Smith that negotiations with the two-time MVP are entering their "final stretch."

The exact identity of those teams is not known, but Nicholson-Smith reports that the Dodgers are seen as "the clear leading suitor" for Ohtani. The Blue Jays and Cubs are believed to be in that small group, per Nicholson-Smith, while the Giants and Angels "haven't been ruled out."

Those are the same five clubs that ESPN's Jeff Passan (subscription required) and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman recently reported were still vying for Ohtani. 

"Ohtani’s decision will create huge ripple effects in the industry and it now appears that decision could be coming soon," Nicholson-Smith wrote."

Yeah. Probably at the Winter Meetings. Would not surprise me if Manfred told teams that he wants them to hold off announcing signings until the WM's. Would give MLB tv a big ratings boost.

[Swordsman78]

32 minutes ago, jsnpritchett said:

https://www.mlb.com/news/shohei-ohtani-rumors

"Dec. 2: Ohtani negotiations entering 'final stretch' (report)
The Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes may conclude very soon.

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet, a "small group" of teams is expected to meet with Ohtani and his representatives in Los Angeles this weekend. Industry sources told Nicholson-Smith that negotiations with the two-time MVP are entering their "final stretch."

The exact identity of those teams is not known, but Nicholson-Smith reports that the Dodgers are seen as "the clear leading suitor" for Ohtani. The Blue Jays and Cubs are believed to be in that small group, per Nicholson-Smith, while the Giants and Angels "haven't been ruled out."

Those are the same five clubs that ESPN's Jeff Passan (subscription required) and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman recently reported were still vying for Ohtani. 

"Ohtani’s decision will create huge ripple effects in the industry and it now appears that decision could be coming soon," Nicholson-Smith wrote."

Japanese culture mandates that important announcements are best saved to honor commemorative holidays.  The next significant holiday comes on Dec.14 with the Ako Gishiasi (where they honor the 47 Samuari).

Pretty good chance that the Ako Gishiasi will provide the occasion for the Ohtani announcement.

[Angels 1961]

I think he might announce on Sunday before WM. I do not think Ohtani will be at WM because he does not like the spotlight. 

[Chuck]

44 minutes ago, greginpsca said:

Yeah. Probably at the Winter Meetings. Would not surprise me if Manfred told teams that he wants them to hold off announcing signings until the WM's. Would give MLB tv a big ratings boost.

It's a good thing YouTube TV and the MLB Network separated a year ago. I can't watch a GD thing during the winter meetings on their network.

Fuck em.. I'm going to post up at the bar in Opryland for Mon-Wednesday. I took those days off a few months back. 

[BTH]

So what happens if you’re meeting with Ohtani on Sunday?

Just stuck in LA while everyone else is in Nashville for the Winter Meetings?

[Stradling]

3 minutes ago, BTH said:

So what happens if you’re meeting with Ohtani on Sunday?

Just stuck in LA while everyone else is in Nashville for the Winter Meetings?

I’m guessing the meetings have already happened today or yesterday. 

[Angels 1961]

19 minutes ago, BTH said:

So what happens if you’re meeting with Ohtani on Sunday?

Just stuck in LA while everyone else is in Nashville for the Winter Meetings?

Meetings start on Monday

[BTH]

45 minutes ago, Angels 1961 said:

Meetings start on Monday

Teams usually show up on Sunday.

[ScottT]

It's already Sunday in Japan 

[Angels 1961]

1 hour ago, BTH said:

Teams usually show up on Sunday.

Maybe Angels have check in Monday saving money on room. Maybe Kolarek news conference will be Monday night.

[FromJapan]

On 12/3/2023 at 10:58 AM, Swordsman78 said:

Japanese culture mandates that important announcements are best saved to honor commemorative holidays.  The next significant holiday comes on Dec.14 with the Ako Gishiasi (where they honor the 47 Samuari).

Pretty good chance that the Ako Gishiasi will provide the occasion for the Ohtani announcement.

(Link) Ako Gishisai - Japan Travel

Ako: One of the domain names in western Japan during the feudal era
Gishi: Loyal retainer
Sai: Festival (it is close to Memorial Service)

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My Cover Photo is Himeji Castle's keep, designated National Treasures of Japan, situated approximately 18.5 miles from the ruins of Ako Castle.

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#17 is filled.

On December 2nd (3rd in JST), Kanta Maeda (Tigers) was interviewed on Japan's Sports TV Show.  He said that Ohtani's destination would be decided in about five days.

On November 3rd, the day before the Winter Meetings, Washington, Minassian, and other team officials entered the venue.

Edited December 4, 2023 by FromJapan
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[tdawg87]

Blue Jays fans are very cocky about getting Ohtani. I'm sure it's possible, but I just don't see him wanting to play in Canada, on the other side of the country. 

But man, these guys are convinced they're getting him. Maybe they will. Who the fuck knows at this point.

[cals]

26 minutes ago, tdawg87 said:

Blue Jays fans are very cocky about getting Ohtani. I'm sure it's possible, but I just don't see him wanting to play in Canada, on the other side of the country. 

But man, these guys are convinced they're getting him. Maybe they will. Who the fuck knows at this point.

[Angels 1961]

I hate to say it but more and more looks like Dodgers. They will also trade for a top pitcher. I just hope it is soon so Angel's can decide what direction they will go in. 

[Stradling]

12 minutes ago, Angels 1961 said:

I hate to say it but more and more looks like Dodgers. They will also trade for a top pitcher. I just hope it is soon so Angel's can decide what direction they will go in. 

Why do you think direction hasn’t been decided?  They brought in Washington to compete now. They aren’t changing to your preferred direction based on Ohtani. 

[Angels 1961]

If no Ohtani I was thinking what players will they target. When posted I like Lee the OF from Korea.

[Amazing Larry]

 

[Tank]

On 12/2/2023 at 7:10 PM, Stradling said:

I’m guessing the meetings have already happened today or yesterday. 

 

[REDneck]

9 minutes ago, Tank said:

 

Decent MOTO! I would swap Peter with Greg to lead of though...just a hunch!

Edited December 4, 2023 by REDneck

[Inside Pitch]

On 12/2/2023 at 11:11 PM, BTH said:

Teams usually show up on Sunday.

Tony Reagans shows up on Tueaday.

[katie]

“Future Shohei Ohtani Blvd”

This is in San Diego. 

[Blarg]

8 hours ago, Inside Pitch said:

Tony Reagans shows up on Tueaday.

[Duren, Duren]

Cubs emerging? Dodgers still favorites. And Blue Jay media (all of Canada, unfortunately) as always, over inflating their self worth. 

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