Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ $700 million superstar, isn’t just redefining baseball; he’s rewriting the rules of contracts and team-building. In an exclusive interview, Ohtani revealed the unique structure of his record-breaking deal—deferring a staggering $680 million of his salary—and the promise he made with the Dodgers organization that led to a World Series championship in just his first season.
“Mark [Walter], Andrew [Friedman], the owners, we all made a promise to create the best team possible,” Ohtani said. “Winning the World Series showed we kept our promise to each other.”
A Groundbreaking Contract
Unselfishness Redefined
A Legacy in the Making
