Shohei Ohtani

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Ohtani out of Angels’ lineup against Tanaka

By JILL PAINTER LOPEZ - Associated Press

New York Yankees' Didi Gregorius, second from left, celebrates his home run with teammates during the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Friday, April 27, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Gregorius HR lifts Yanks in 10th, Angels’ Ohtani injured

By JILL PAINTER LOPEZ - Associated Press

Ohtani throws bullpen before batting cleanup for 1st time

By BERNIE WILSON - Associated Press

FILE - At left, in an April 17, 2018, file photo, Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game, in Anaheim, Calif. At right, in an April 13, 2018, file photo, Angels' Shohei Ohtani hits a double during the second inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, in Kansas City, Mo. Former major-leaguers such as Dave Winfield, Todd Helton and Mark Kotsay were great pitchers and hitters as collegians but had to give up dual roles to be position players as pros. With the hubbub over Japanese two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani, Louisville coach Dan McDonnell says the time has come for collegians excelling as pitchers and hitters to get more opportunities to do both as professionals. (AP Photo/File)

Could Ohtani emergence open door for 2-way college players?

By ERIC OLSON - Associated Press

San Francisco Giants' Andrew McCutchen watches his three-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Friday, April 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

McCutchen hits 3-run homer as Giants overpower Angels 8-1

By BERNIE WILSON - Associated Press

Angels’ Ohtani set for ‘full gorilla’ bullpen Sunday

By BERNIE WILSON - Associated Press

Boston Red Sox's Mookie Betts celebrates his home run with Andrew Benintendi, during the first inning of a baseball game against the Anaheim Angels in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, April 19, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Betts, Benintendi lead sizzling Red Sox past Angels, 8-2

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani, of Japan, gestures while pitching against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, April 17, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Ohtani to make next start despite blister, could DH Thursday

By DAN GREENSPAN - Associated Press

Boston Red Sox's Mookie Betts rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani during the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, April 17, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Betts hits 3 HR, Red Sox oust Angels’ Ohtani early, win 10-1

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani, of Japan, gestures while pitching against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, April 17, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Angels’ Ohtani gets blister vs Boston, lasts only 2 innings

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani hits a double during the second inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Friday, April 13, 2018, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Angels at Royals postponed because of cold temperatures

Associated Press

In this April 4, 2018 photo, pedestrians in Tokyo watch a TV showing the live broadcasting of Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani, of Japan, gets ready to bat during a baseball game against the Cleveland Indians. Shohei Ohtani's games are shown live in the morning by national broadcaster NHK. In the afternoon, talk shows dissect his every move while evening sports programs feature highlights of his latest accomplishments.(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)

Ohtani’s electrifying start to MLB career a big hit in Japan

By JIM ARMSTRONG - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout (27) celebrates with Zack Cozart after hitting a two-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Saturday, April 14, 2018, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Angels win 7th in row, beat KC 5-3 in snow; Ohtani up next

Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Ian Kinsler (3) and Albert Pujols (5) walk back to the dugout after scoring on Pujols' two-run home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Friday, April 13, 2018, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Pujols homers, drives in 3 as Angels top Royals 5-4

Associated Press

FILE - In this April 11, 2018, file photo, Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia, left, and Shohei Ohtani, right, watch the flight of his hit during batting practice before a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. Ohtani eagerly bounces into the cage when it's his turn in batting practice _ and then puts on an impressive show. The rookie two-way sensation is always ready to go, whether hitting or pitching for the Angels. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)

Ohtani eager for more as Angels balance work for 2-way star

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani swings and connects for a run-scoring single off a pitch from Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Moore in the second inning of a baseball game in Arlington, Texas, Wednesday April 11, 2018. The hit scored Kole Calhoun. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Ohtani RBI and pickoff in Angels’ 7-2 win for sweep at Texas

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Andrelton Simmons (2) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, Tuesday, April 10, 2018. (AP Photo/Cooper Neill)

Angels have best start since ‘82 after 11-1 win at Texas

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani, of Japan, reads the sign while throwing against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, April 8, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Shohei Ohtani is a shot in the arm for baseball

By Deron Snyder

Oakland Athletics second baseman Jed Lowrie, left, and Los Angeles Angels' Zack Cozart watch as Mike Trout is out at first on the relay for a double play during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Saturday, April 7, 2018. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

Balanced Oakland Athletics outlast Ohtani-less Angels 7-3

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

CORRECTS TO SECOND INNING, INSTEAD OF THIRD - Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani, right, watches his solo home run during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, April 6, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Ohtani homers 3rd game in a row, Angels rally past A’s 13-9

By DAN GREENSPAN - Associated Press