For the first time in six years, Shohei Ohtani played (early) this morning a match under the colors of Japan. It was part of a preseason game for the World Baseball Classic.
I say this morning because I am talking about Quebec time, but it should be noted that in Japan, it was evening. Only the bravest followed him live.
Of course, because Shohei Ohtani recently flew to camp from Arizona, you’d think the jet lag had its effect on the star.
In fact, he was the first to admit it after the match: no, it was not easy about that. It is still packaged to North American times.
But it didn’t show.
In fact, he hit two long balls and drove in no less than six runs. He paid tribute to Adrian Beltre by hitting a homer on one knee.
It’s nothing to lower the market value of the man who will become the most coveted free agent in history, that.
Remember that the World Classic will start in less than 48 hours. Obviously, the Angels hitter (and Angels pitcher, too) is ready for the tournament.
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