Shohei Ohtani Unlikely to Use Opt-Out if Mark Walter Sells Dodgers

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Shohei Ohtani Unlikely to Use Opt-Out if Mark Walter Sells Dodgers

Ohtani is unlikely to trigger his key-man opt-out even if Walter sells the Dodgers, a league source told The Athletic. The clause covers Walter or Friedman leaving, but Ohtani’s camp now trusts the club’s leadership and roster investment. Stan Kasten said the Lakers sale means “no changes here,” while Ohtani remains signed through 2033 amid another MVP-caliber season.

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