It’s been a long and successful run, but the Los Angeles Angels and Shohei Ohtani have decided to part ways. After six years together, the two sides have mutually agreed to go their separate ways.
Ohtani was signed by the Angels in December of 2014, and he quickly made an impact on the team. He was a two-way player, excelling both as a pitcher and a hitter. In 2018, he became the first player in Major League Baseball history to hit 20 home runs and pitch 50 innings in the same season. He also won the American League Rookie of the Year award that year.
Injuries have been an issue for Ohtani throughout his career, and he was limited to just two games in 2020 due to a sprained elbow. He underwent Tommy John surgery in October of 2020, and is expected to miss the entire 2021 season.
The Angels are now looking to the future without Ohtani. They have a talented roster, with stars such as Mike Trout, Anthony Rendon, and Justin Upton leading the way. They also have a deep farm system, with several promising prospects that could make an impact in the near future.
Ohtani’s departure marks the end of an era for the Angels. He was a fan favorite and an integral part of the team’s success over the past six years. He will be missed, but the Angels are now looking ahead to a bright future without him.
