MLB star Ohtani No. 1 among Japanese men in "athlete image" survey

MLB star Ohtani No. 1 among Japanese men in "athlete image" survey

MLB two-way star Shohei Ohtani has been ranked No. 1 among Japanese male athletes for both his 2023 performance and for how much is expected of him in 2024, a survey by Hakuhodo DY Media Partners Inc. concludes

Shohei Ohtani, Valued at $700M, Leads 'Athlete Image' Survey Among Japanese Men

In a landmark move that has captured the attention of the sports world, Shohei Ohtani, the renowned two-way Japanese star, inked a staggering $700 million contract with the LA Dodgers. His remarkable performance throughout 2023 has set the stage for monumental expectations in the coming year, despite a temporary setback in his pitching abilities. Renowned advertising firm Hakuhodo DY Media Partners Inc. recently conducted an extensive "athlete i…