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The definitive portrait of Shohei Ohtanis momentous debut season in Dodger blue n Baseball has never seen a player like Shohei Ohtani. After six seasons establishing himself as a once-in-a-century two-way star but making zero playoff appearances, Ohtanis record-shattering $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers paired the sports most prominent global celebrity with one of its crown-jewel franchises, located in the entertainment capital of the world. n n You might have played with other teams -- thats the big leagues, Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda used to say about his beloved team. But when you come to the Dodgers, its the major leagues. n nL.A. Story is a multifaceted, insiders portrait of a debut season for the ages. Veteran baseball scribe Bill Plunkett deftly captures the phenomenon of baseballs unicorn, with storylines including Ohtanis offensive explosion while recovering from Tommy John surgery, his first flirtations with postseason glory, and the gambling scandal involving his longtime interpreter and close friend that nearly upended everything before he could take his first at-bat at Dodger Stadium. n n Built on daily reporting and conversations, this is an insightful, intriguing ride for Dodgers fans and keen baseball observers. n nn
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