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Ippei Mizuhara Sentenced to 57 Months in Prison for Stealing Money From Shohei Ohtani

Ippei Mizuhara was sentenced to nearly five years in prison after stealing about $17 million from Shohei Ohtani.

Sports Illustrated

Baseball star Ohtani's ex-interpreter to appear in court for sentencing in betting case

The former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani is expected to be sentenced for bank and tax fraud

The Independent UK

MLB umpire Pat Hoberg's firing puts him on a growing list of sports betting scandals

Umpire Pat Hoberg is the latest professional sports figure caught in a betting scandal

The Independent UK

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Recording captured ex-interpreter impersonating Ohtani to transfer $200,000, prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors say a nearly four-minute audio recording allegedly captured Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara impersonating the baseball star on a call with a bank as he attempted to transfer $200,000

The Independent UK

New Audio Shows Shohei Ohtani’s Former Interpreter Impersonating Dodgers Star, Trying to Wire $200,000

A new audio shows Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, impersonating the Dodgers star to try and wire $200,000 from one of Ohtani's accounts.

Sports Illustrated

Shohei Ohtani wins 3rd AP Male Athlete of the Year award, tying Michael Jordan for 1 shy of record

Shohei Ohtani has been named The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the third time

The Independent UK

Scandals, some changes in public perception highlighted the year for sports betting

Sports bettors in the U.S. are expected to set another record in 2024 for the amount of money wagered legally

The Independent UK

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Shohei Ohtani Legally Requests Return of $325K of Baseball Cards Ex-Interpreter Bought

A new twist in the long legal saga between Ohtani and Ippei Mizuhara.

Sports Illustrated

Shohei Ohtani Seeks Return Of Stolen Baseball Cards

Shohei Ohtani seeks return of baseball cards after former interpreter misused funds for fraud.

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Baseball star Shohei Ohtani seeks $325,000 worth of baseball cards from his ex-interpreter

Baseball star Shohei Ohtani wants his ex-interpreter Ippei Mizuhara to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of baseball cards he says were fraudulently bought using his money

The Independent UK

Shohei Ohtani’s net worth: World Series champion’s Dodgers contract & endorsements

Shohei Ohtani is now a World Series champion. Between endorsement deals and a record-breaking contract with the Dodgers, what is he worth in 2024?

The Street

Quick Facts About Shohei Ohtani: Game 3 Status, His Marriage, Translator Scandal and Net Worth

Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' two-way star, captivates fans with his record-breaking contract, supportive marriage, and impressive resilience despite recent injuries and a translator scandal, while his global influence continues to elevate baseball's cultural impact.

International Business Times UK

Japan gripped by two things: a general election and Shohei Ohtani’s shoulder

Speculation about the country’s political future is competing for space with the fortunes of the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar in the World Series

The Guardian - US

Shohei Ohtani: The face of baseball shrugging off a betting scandal to keep making history

Japanese phenomenon Ohtani has helped the Los Angeles Dodgers to the brink of the World Series after a rollercoaster 2024 in MLB

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A 50-50 Season Might Only Be the Start of the Shohei Ohtani Epic

The Japanese superstar’s first year with the Dodgers has been nothing short of legendary. But those close to him think this is just the beginning.

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Illegal Gambling Operation Uncovered In Southern California

Bookmaker pleads guilty to illegal gambling, money laundering; baseball star's former interpreter involved in fraud.

The Independent UK

California bookie pleads guilty to running illegal gambling business used by ex-Ohtani interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has pleaded guilty to running an illegal gambling business

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Illegal Gambling Business Operator Pleads Guilty In Sports Betting Scandal

Bookmaker in Southern California pleads guilty to illegal gambling business involving sports bets, including ex-Ohtani interpreter. MLB investigates potent...

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Former Bookmaker Pleads Guilty In Dodgers Gambling Scandal

Former bookmaker and ex-interpreter of Shohei Ohtani involved in a gambling scandal plead guilty to federal charges.

The Independent UK

Bookmaker to plead guilty in gambling case tied to baseball star Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has agreed to plead guilty to running an illegal gambling business

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Shohei Ohtani's On-Field Gesture Raises Eyebrows In MLB

Shohei Ohtani's controversial on-field gesture and off-field challenges amidst his stellar baseball career.

International Business Times

Indicted Mogul Takes On Japan's 'Hostage Justice' System

The ex-chairman of a major Japanese publishing house who was indicted over bribery allegations linked to the Tokyo Olympics sued the government on Thursday over its so-called "hostage justice" detention system.

Latin Times

Jorge López's incident is proof of the importance of interpreters for international players in MLB

López was designated for assignment on May 29 and then released by the Mets on June 5

The Independent UK

Betting scandals for MLB's Marcano and NBA's Porter are hardly the first in pro sports

Sports and gambling are once again in the spotlight following lifetime bans handed to San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano and Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter

International Business Times

Ohtani's Ex-interpreter Pleads Guilty To Stealing Nearly $17 Mn From Baseball Star

The former interpreter to Shohei Ohtani pleaded guilty on Tuesday to stealing nearly $17 million from the Japanese baseball star to pay off illegal gambling debts.

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