but also of a rare confluence of circumstances that allowed him to defy professional baseballs belief that success as both a pitcher and hitter was impossible.

failing to make the postseason even once despite the presence of fellow superstar Trout in the lineup.Despite Shohei Ohtani delivering historic performances.

it was likely as much about winning as it was about money.5 million deal signed by Trout with the Angels in 2019 – by more than $250 million.Ive never been a real basebal fan.

Ohtani will play for a National League club for the first time after spending his first six MLB seasons in the American League.and give Ohtani his first taste of team success in MLB.

In his six seasons in Anaheim.

Many Japanese have played for the Dodgers since Hideo Nomo had a sensational rookie season in 1995.courtesy of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

and how many of us with Hiroshima roots can empathize with the nuclear stigma that has also affected our own families.Heres the link to the report by Orie Sugimoto: https://www3.

Mike Okamura and Nancy Takayama.any earthquake triggers traumatic memories.