While April Fools' Day might make us skeptical, there's plenty of genuine news to dive into, like the exciting new development in eBaseball: MLB Pro Spirit. They're launching the Ohtani Selection, a fresh in-game scouting event that's set to run until April 8th.
Named after the series ambassador Shohei Ohtani, a standout player himself, the Ohtani Selection showcases six carefully chosen star players. Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers' star, has personally picked three batters and three pitchers from top MLB teams.
So, who made the cut? On the pitching side, you'll find Zac Gallen from the Arizona Diamondbacks, Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals, and Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers. For the batters, keep an eye on Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, Mookie Betts of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Steven Kwan from the Cleveland Guardians.
**Play ball!** This event marks another milestone for eBaseball, as MLB Pro Spirit now boasts over five million players. While baseball might not have the global following of sports like football, its popularity across the Pacific remains strong.
In an accompanying interview (linked above), Ohtani shares not only his rationale behind these selections but also his personal insights on the players. If you're curious about his thoughts on some of the top pitchers and hitters he's faced, be sure to check it out.
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