The MLB’s Winter Meetings Approaching: San Francisco Giants Still in Play for Two-Way Phenom Shohei Ohtani
As baseball fans eagerly anticipate the annual Winter Meetings, all eyes are on the latest developments in the pursuit of two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani. According to ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, several teams remain in the running to sign the Japanese superstar, and the San Francisco Giants’ pursuit of Ohtani is surrounded by uncertainty.
Passan’s report on Friday morning revealed that the Texas Rangers, Boston Red Sox, and New York Mets, once considered potential suitors for Ohtani, have turned their attention to other players. However, the Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago Cubs, Toronto Blue Jays, and Angels are confirmed by sources to still be in the bidding. The status of the Giants in the Ohtani sweepstakes remains unknown.
While it’s unclear where the Giants stand in the pursuit of Ohtani, it’s no secret that the team has a keen interest in the 29-year-old. The Giants have been vocal about their willingness to go “all in” on Ohtani or another top free agent, Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
Ohtani, a former Los Angeles Angels star, was named the unanimous American League Most Valuable Player in the 2023 season, making him the first two-time unanimous MVP in MLB history.
Ohtani’s reported wish to keep his free-agent meetings private adds an element of mystery to the situation, and it is uncertain when he will make a decision. The MLB Winter Meetings, scheduled for Dec. 4-7 in Nashville, may provide the stage for Ohtani to sign with a new team.
While the Dodgers have long been considered the favorites to sign Ohtani, the current landscape suggests that the race to acquire his services is wide open. As the Winter Meetings approach, the baseball world eagerly awaits the next chapter in the Ohtani sweepstakes. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.