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Shohei Ohtani: Baseball's $700 Million Superstar Shattering Records

1/15/2026

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Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' two-way star, is recognized as one of the world's most popular athletes.
Since joining MLB in 2018, Ohtani's fame surged after signing a 10-year, $700 million contract in 2023.
In 2025, he generated an estimated $100 million in marketing revenue, surpassing LeBron James and Lionel Messi.
He has led the Dodgers to consecutive World Series titles and aims for a third in 2026.

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Story summary

Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' two-way star, is recognized as one of the world's most popular athletes.
Since joining MLB in 2018, Ohtani's fame surged after signing a 10-year, $700 million contract in 2023.
In 2025, he generated an estimated $100 million in marketing revenue, surpassing LeBron James and Lionel Messi.
He has led the Dodgers to consecutive World Series titles and aims for a third in 2026.