MLB Initiate an Investigation into Shohei Ohtani’s Interpreter Situation

According to The Los Angeles Times, the representatives of Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani alleged on Wednesday, March 20, that his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, was implicated in a substantial embezzlement of the player’s funds, allegedly using the money to gamble with an unlawful bookmaker currently under federal scrutiny.

Without a doubt, the global community is aware of the controversy unfolding within the MLB Dodgers organization concerning the alleged illegal gambling involvement of Ohtani’s interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara. MLB is now proceeding with an official investigation into the matter.

Major League Baseball Statement

On Friday, March 22, the MLB released this statement:

“Major League Baseball has been gathering information since we learned about the allegations involving Shohei Ohtani and Ippei Mizuhara from the news media. Earlier today, our Department of Investigations (DOI) began their formal process investigating the matter.”

Ohtani’s Knowledge of the Situation