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California bookie pleads guilty to running illegal gambling business used by ex-Ohtani interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has pleaded guilty to running an illegal gambling business

The Independent UK

Illegal Gambling Business Operator Pleads Guilty In Sports Betting Scandal

Bookmaker in Southern California pleads guilty to illegal gambling business involving sports bets, including ex-Ohtani interpreter. MLB investigates potent...

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Former Bookmaker Pleads Guilty In Dodgers Gambling Scandal

Former bookmaker and ex-interpreter of Shohei Ohtani involved in a gambling scandal plead guilty to federal charges.

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Bookmaker to plead guilty in gambling case tied to baseball star Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has agreed to plead guilty to running an illegal gambling business

The Independent UK

Shohei Ohtani's On-Field Gesture Raises Eyebrows In MLB

Shohei Ohtani's controversial on-field gesture and off-field challenges amidst his stellar baseball career.

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Indicted Mogul Takes On Japan's 'Hostage Justice' System

The ex-chairman of a major Japanese publishing house who was indicted over bribery allegations linked to the Tokyo Olympics sued the government on Thursday over its so-called "hostage justice" detention system.

International Business Times

Jorge López's incident is proof of the importance of interpreters for international players in MLB

López was designated for assignment on May 29 and then released by the Mets on June 5

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Betting scandals for MLB's Marcano and NBA's Porter are hardly the first in pro sports

Sports and gambling are once again in the spotlight following lifetime bans handed to San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano and Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter

The Independent UK

Ohtani's Ex-interpreter Pleads Guilty To Stealing Nearly $17 Mn From Baseball Star

The former interpreter to Shohei Ohtani pleaded guilty on Tuesday to stealing nearly $17 million from the Japanese baseball star to pay off illegal gambling debts.

International Business Times

Media Mob Surrounds Ippei Mizuhara at Courthouse in Unreal Scene

Ippei Mizuhara was mobbed at the courthouse.

Sports Illustrated

Shohei Ohtani Makes Public Comment on Gambling Scandal After Investigation Completion

Ippei Mizuhara, Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, pled guilty to charges that stemmed from money wired from Ohtani's bank account to an illegal bookie. Mizuhara admits he stole the money.

Sports Illustrated

Ippei Mizuhara, ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, expected to enter guilty plea

The ex-interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to plead guilty to bank and tax fraud in a sports betting case

The Independent UK

David Fletcher struck out Jackson Holliday in his first start as a knuckleball pitcher amid gambling investigation

Fletcher's story keeps getting stranger.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Shohei Ohtani Day to be annual event in Los Angeles for duration of his Dodgers career

Shohei Ohtani isn't just getting his own day in Los Angeles this year

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Former Dodgers Interpreter Expected To Plead Not Guilty

Former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani faces bank and tax fraud charges for embezzling million to cover gambling debts. Ohtani cooperates with the invest...

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Former Dodgers Interpreter Pleads Guilty In M Fraud Case

Former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani pleads guilty to bank and tax fraud in a sports betting scandal, causing shock in baseball communities. Ohtani ties ho...

The Independent UK

Ippei Mizuhara, ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani, pleads guilty in sports betting case

The former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has pleaded guilty to bank and tax fraud in a sports betting case

The Guardian - US

Charlie Hustle: the definitive Pete Rose book that deconstructs a disgraced legend

A new biography offering an unflinching look at Major League Baseball’s all-time hit king has ignited fresh debates as the latest gambling scandal to affect the sport unfolds

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NBA Bans Raptors Forward Jontay Porter For Life Over Gambling Violations

The NBA banned Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter for life on Wednesday after a bombshell probe found he bet on league matches -- dubbed a "cardinal sin" by NBA commissioner Adam Silver.

International Business Times

Ohtani Translator Case Shines Light On Insatiable Gambler

The US Justice Department investigation into Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter has painted a portrait of an insatiable gambler who turns to fraud as the losses pile up.

International Business Times

Ohtani Translator Stole Over $16 Mn From Dodgers Star

The former Japanese-language translator for Shohei Ohtani was charged with bank fraud on Thursday for stealing more than $16 million from the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar to pay gambling debts.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rooting for Tiger Woods at The Masters is just simply hoping that he can still do this

Here's to Tiger Woods just giving it his best shot.

The Guardian - US

Shohei Ohtani’s translator reportedly discussing plea deal around alleged $4.5m theft

Shohei Ohtani’s former translator reportedly plans to plead guilty to federal crimes related to the alleged theft of money from the Los Angeles Dodgers star

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MLB Commissioner Updates On Ohtani Investigation And Revenue Challenges

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred addresses gambling probe, revenue concerns, and upcoming Willie Mays tribute.

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Shohei Ohtani Scandal: Gambling, Theft, And Investigations

Scandal involving theft and gambling shakes baseball world as interpreter fired for siphoning money.

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