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Shohei Ohtani Named Angels' Opening Day Starter amid Contract, Trade Speculation

Related Topics: Shohei Ohtani, Angels, Perry Minasian

The Los Angeles Angels announced Shohei Ohtani will be their Opening Day starter on March 30 against the Oakland Athletics.

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Ohtani is due to be a free agent in 2024, which has raised uncertainty over his long-term future in Los Angeles. General manager Perry Minasian said in November the team had no plans to move the 2021 American League MVP this offseason.

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