In the fraud trial of former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara, who embezzled millions from Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, prosecutors presented an audio recording where Mizuhara impersonated Ohtani to secure a $200,000 transfer from a bank. Mizuhara, who pleaded guilty to bank and tax fraud charges, faced a maximum sentence of 33 years in prison but prosecutors are pushing for a five-year prison term for his crimes. The fraud scandal involving Mizuhara came to light during the 2024 MLB season, revealing his illicit actions and betrayal of Ohtani’s trust. the given text.
Full Article
1 prospect, will get the Opening Day nod for the Guardians. Bibee had a 3.22 ERA in 2024 and finished second in the AL Rookie of the Year voting. The Guardians will face the Royals at home to start the season. Kyle Freeland will start for the Colorado Rockies, Skubal will pitch for the Detroit Tigers, Valdez will take the mound for the Houston Astros, Ragans is the likely starter for the Kansas City Royals,...
Read more