Shohei Ohtani Was Almost Traded Out of LA in 2022 and 2023
Shohei Ohtani, a prominent two-way player in Major League Baseball, nearly left the Los Angeles Angels for other teams in 2022 and 2023. Trade discussions involved the San Diego Padres and the Tampa Bay Rays, but Angels owner Arte Moreno ultimately decided against the deals. Ohtani's departure could have brought valuable players to the struggling Angels organization.
- ▪In 2022, the Angels discussed a trade that would have sent Ohtani to the San Diego Padres.
- ▪In 2023, a near-deal would have sent Ohtani to the Tampa Bay Rays.
- ▪Angels owner Arte Moreno declined to trade Ohtani despite expectations he would leave after the 2023 season.
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