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Why keeping Shohei Ohtani -- despite risks and long playoff odds -- was the right move for the Angels
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Ohtani keeping watch on Angels' offseason moves from afar - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Shohei Ohtani's elbow injury creates seismic shift in his future
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Angels News: LA Columnist Slams Halos for Keeping Shohei Ohtani - Los Angeles Angels
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Shohei Ohtani free agency rumors: Mike Trout says he'll do 'everything I can' to keep two-way star with Angels
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Ohtani hits the longest home run of his MLB career (493 feet) to reach 30 this season
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Glaser: As Angels Continue Winning, Keeping Shohei Ohtani Becomes Clear Choice — College Baseball, MLB Draft, Prospects - Baseball America
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Shohei Ohtani hits biggest home run of season, Angels win - Halos Heaven
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Shohei Ohtani: MLB two-way superstar entering 'uncharted waters' on brink of record-breaking contract
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Baseball Might Not Be Able to Keep Up With Shohei Ohtani - The Ringer
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Shohei Ohtani's elbow injury creates seismic shift in his future
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Shohei Ohtani remains in Angels' lineup despite repeated cramp issues – Orange County Register
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Ohtani to keep playing, his future and impending free agency murky after elbow ligament injury