Shohei Otani is a “very valuable player”, Minassian GM’s opinion is not released by trade | Full-Count

Otani, who was attracting attention in the trade market, has officially decided to remain

It was officially decided on the 2nd (Japan time 3rd) that Angels pitcher Shohei Otani will remain with the team during this season. GM Perry Minassian held a press conference at the trade deadline, saying, “I think Shohei enjoys playing here. This guy, Shohei, comes to the ballpark, prepares, and is a great player on and off the field. Shohei is here. I’m going to play in. We’re happy,” he said.

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Otani is said to have been traded by multiple teams, including the Yankees. Still, it is said that the Angels had no intention of releasing. “He is a very valuable player for us. , and once once more talks regarding the value of Otani.

On the other hand, this season, they are in 4th place in the American League West Division and are in a difficult situation to advance to the playoffs. Ohtani has long expressed his desire to win and spend the final stages of the season in playoff contention. The Angels are far from that. Asked by the press, “Do you have a sense of crisis?” the commander said, “We always have a sense of crisis. We are aiming for victory. We have talked regarding it a lot. In the locker room. are talented,” he replied.

Regarding the team composition of the Angels, “There are experienced players and superstars. We have to build a team that will further solidify his side. This is a great place to play, and I think it’s a great team.” Minasian GM who was leaning. Will Otani be able to create the winning team that Otani wants?

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