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Shohei Ohtani is the AP’s Male Athlete of the Year for record-tying 4th time

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Shohei Ohtani has won The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the fourth time, tying with Lance Armstrong, LeBron James and Tiger Woods for most among male honorees. Ohtani received 29 of 47 votes in balloting among sports journalists from the AP and its members. The AP award has been given out since 1931. The Japanese baseball superstar's two-way dominance culminated … [Read more...] about Shohei Ohtani is the AP’s Male Athlete of the Year for record-tying 4th time

Roberts says World Baseball Classic a ‘very delicate’ matter for Ohtani, Yamamoto and Sasaki

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts isn't sure about restrictions for Japanese stars Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Roki Sasaki in the World Baseball Classic. Ohtani had elbow surgery in September 2023 and helped the Dodgers win the World Series. Roberts says discussions about their participation are ongoing. Ohtani, a four-time MVP, might focus on hitting rather … [Read more...] about Roberts says World Baseball Classic a ‘very delicate’ matter for Ohtani, Yamamoto and Sasaki

Hall of Fame chair thinks Bonds, Clemens denied entry by committee for same views held by writers

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Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens face only one more chance to enter baseball's Hall of Fame under current rules. Hall chairman Jane Forbes Clark believes the contemporary era committee evaluates the Steroids Era like baseball writers. Bonds and Clemens received fewer than five votes from the committee that elected Jeff Kent. Clark says discussions among writers influence the … [Read more...] about Hall of Fame chair thinks Bonds, Clemens denied entry by committee for same views held by writers