Shohei Ohtani, a Pitcher and Designated Hitter for the Anaheim Angels, will be out for the rest of the 2023 season. Ohtani sustained an oblique injury on September 4 during batting practice, which has persisted, and an elbow ligament tear on August 23, which ended his utility as pitcher for the 2023 season. Ohtani has already undergone elbow surgery in 2018, but going into the 2023 off-season, he is expected to undergo his second surgery. His agent, Nez Balelo, and Angels Manager, Phil Nevin, are confident that his rehabilitation will be successful and will not impact his 2024 performance significantly.
Ohtani will be a free agent after the conclusion of the 2023 MLB season. His market value in free agency has seemingly not diminished despite his persisting medical complications. Rumors point to the Boston Red Sox being the top contenders in acquiring the prospect. Alternatively, the Dodgers and Mets could put in their own extremely high bids. Even though Ohtani is heavily sought after, it may even turn out that he would rather stay with the Angels going forward. Jeff Fletcher has quoted Ohtani on his relationship with the team: “…Obviously I've been with the Angels my whole career. I love the fans. I love the team. No complaints…”
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