🔍Otani denies betting on baseball or any other sport and claims he has never used a bookmaker.
🤝Otani expresses shock and disappointment in being betrayed by someone he trusted.
💸Otani reveals that money was stolen from his account and used for gambling without his knowledge.
📞Otani was unaware of the media inquiry about his potential involvement in the gambling scandal.
🧾Despite initial reports, Otani never agreed to pay off his interpreter's gambling debts.
Did Shohei Otani bet on baseball?
—No, Otani denies ever betting on baseball or any other sport.
Who is responsible for the gambling scandal?
—According to Otani, his interpreter, Epe, stole money from his account and engaged in gambling without his knowledge.
What actions is Otani taking?
—Otani is working with his lawyers and the Dodgers to address the situation and has involved the proper authorities.
Did Otani know about the media inquiry?
—No, Otani claims that he was unaware of the media inquiry about his potential involvement in the gambling scandal.
Did Otani agree to pay off his interpreter's gambling debts?
—No, despite initial reports, Otani denies ever agreeing to pay off his interpreter's gambling debts.
00:00Shohei Otani speaks for the first time since the gambling scandal involving his interpreter.
10:58Otani denies any involvement in gambling and reveals that he was betrayed by a trusted friend.
13:13Otani claims that he never bet on sports or used a bookmaker.
14:59Otani explains that he found out about the gambling scandal after a game in South Korea.
19:31Otani reveals that money was stolen from his account and used for gambling without his knowledge.
23:57Otani acknowledges the ongoing investigations and expresses his desire to focus on the upcoming season.
26:27Baseball insider Tim Kirin analyzes Otani's statement and discusses the reaction within the baseball community.
27:05Closing remarks and anticipation for the upcoming season.
