A lot of Japanese have been glued to their computers or TV sets recently, cheering for Shohei Ohtani in the World Series.

Perhaps more than ever before, MLB is making a determined effort to grow the popularity of the sport globally, and the Los Angeles Dodgers have played a significant role in that.

Ohtani will pitch Game 7 of the World Series on three days rest while also serving in his customary spot as leadoff hitter and DH.

Shohei Ohtani had a historic performance in Game 4 of the NLCS. Where does it rank among the best moments of his career?

A Japanese commercial district in Los Angeles has been enlivened thanks to the popularity of Ohtani Shohei and other Japanese players of the LA Dodgers.

Shohei Ohtani's stellar World Series Game 3 performance has led to two new Topps Now cards, sparking speculation about record-breaking print runs and rare parallels. His immense international appeal and previous card successes,

Kansei Matsuzawa is the second-biggest star athlete in Japan behind only Shohei Ohtani. The 26-year-old college football player will be on national