Ohtani’s Former Interpreter Reportedly Set to Plead Guilty to Federal Charges

Ohtani’s Former Interpreter Reportedly Set to Plead Guilty to Federal Charges
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani talks to his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, during a game against the San Diego Padres in Seoul, South Korea, on March 20, 2024. Lee Jin-man/AP Photo
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Shohei Ohtani’s former translator plans to plead guilty to federal crimes related to the alleged theft of money from the Los Angeles Dodgers slugger, the New York Times and ESPN reported on Wednesday.

Ippei Mizuhara, 39, was fired by the Dodgers last month after admitting that he stole at least $4.5 million from Ohtani to pay off gambling debts.