In the midst of a gripping sports betting scandal, Los Angeles Dodgers’ superstar Shohei Ohtani has taken a decisive legal step, engaging the services of West Hollywood boutique Berk Brettler LLP to navigate through murky waters. The unfolding saga has already led to the dismissal of his longtime interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, casting shadows of uncertainty over Ohtani’s association.
The LA Boutique Repping MLB’s Ohtani Amid Betting Scandal : Dodgers Act Swiftly
Following damning reports from both the Los Angeles Times and ESPN, the Dodgers wasted no time in severing ties with Mizuhara, who had been Ohtani’s trusted interpreter since the latter’s signing with the Los Angeles Angels in 2017. Allegations of Mizuhara’s involvement in an illegal gambling ring, potentially entangling the revered baseball phenomenon himself, sent shockwaves through the sporting world.
A Legal Twist Unfolds
Anonymous sources and documents cited by both media outlets implicated Mizuhara in connections with a California-based bookmaker, where sports betting remains outlawed. Initially, Ohtani’s camp indicated his willingness to cover the debts accrued by his interpreter. However, a sudden pivot ensued, with Berk Brettler stepping in, positioning Ohtani as a “victim of massive theft.”
