Shohei Ohtani has opted to stay in southern California, and the Toronto Blue Jays have missed out on landing a generational talent.
The unrestricted free agent announced on his Instagram account on Saturday that he has signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The unique two-way superstar had played the previous six seasons with the crosstown rival Angels and was the unanimous choice as American League MVP last season.
According to his agent Nez Balelo, Ohtani’s deal with the Dodgers is worth $700 million US over 10 years.
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Ohtani hit 44 homers and drove in 95 runs over 135 games. Meanwhile, on the mound,