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Angels star Shohei Ohtani won't pitch for the rest of the season
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Shohei Ohtani free agency: Why his next contract could still break
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Shohei Ohtani won't pitch for rest of 2023 season due to UCL tear
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Where will injured Shohei Ohtani play next season? Dodgers and
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Angels' Shohei Ohtani has elbow surgery; doctor says he likely can