カーショウがドジャースと再契約に！　残留を決めた理由と大谷翔平への本音がヤバい【海外の反応/MLB/メジャー/野球】

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers made blockbuster offseason signings including Ohtani Shohei and Yamamoto Seiya. There is speculation about whether veteran ace Clayton Kershaw will re-sign with the Dodgers or join the Texas Rangers. Kershaw and Ohtani have had a complicated relationship since Ohtani's MLB debut. However, Kershaw holds great respect for Ohtani's talent. Kershaw's leadership would benefit the Dodgers' many young stars. His consistent pitching is also needed amid injury concerns. Kershaw likely wants to finish his career as a Dodger and win another World Series in LA.

Takeaways

• 😊 The Dodgers signed Ohtani and Yamamoto as free agents this offseason in addition to other big name players
• 👌 Kershaw is a free agent but the Dodgers are still interested in re-signing him
• 🤔 There was tension between Kershaw and Ohtani in the past over the Dodgers' recruiting process
• 😎 But Kershaw and Ohtani seem to have mutual respect for each other now
• 🥳 Dodgers players and staff want Kershaw to re-sign and finish his career in LA
• 😥 But Kershaw is still deciding whether to re-sign with the Dodgers or go to the Rangers
• 🤯 Kershaw and Ohtani's curveballs have incredibly similar movement
• 😀 The Dodgers roster would be nearly unbeatable if Kershaw re-signs
• 😢 Dodgers players are pleading for Kershaw to come back
• 💪 Kershaw wants to prove he still has value and help the Dodgers win another World Series

Q & A

Why was Clayton Kershaw's wedding anniversary ruined during Shohei Ohtani's contract negotiations?

According to the script, the Dodgers brought Kershaw, who had his wedding anniversary that day, to the meeting with Ohtani to try to convince him to sign with the team. This interrupted Kershaw's anniversary plans.

How did Kershaw feel about Ohtani choosing the Angels over the Dodgers during his free agency?

Kershaw was reportedly frustrated and felt that it was a waste of time for the Dodgers to make such an effort to try to sign Ohtani, since Ohtani seemed to have already decided on the Angels from the beginning.

What potential conflict was rumored between Kershaw and Ohtani after Ohtani's free agency decision?

There were rumors of a rift or conflict between Kershaw and Ohtani after Ohtani chose the Angels, possibly stemming from Kershaw's frustration and resentment over his ruined anniversary.

How has Kershaw spoken publicly about Ohtani since then?

Despite any potential conflict, Kershaw has spoken highly of Ohtani and his abilities as a player since then, praising his power and calling him a 'true unicorn' in terms of his talent.

What similarities were found between Kershaw's and Yamamoto's curveballs?

A pitching analyst compared Kershaw's and Yamamoto's curveballs, finding similarities in their velocity and vertical drop, despite differences in their respective spin rates.

How have Dodgers players reacted to the possibility of Kershaw re-signing with the team?

Dodgers players like Tyler Glasnow have expressed excitement about the possibility of Kershaw re-signing, stating that it would make the Dodgers an even stronger team and that they would love to learn from him as a veteran.

What are the potential options for Kershaw's future outlined in the script?

The script outlines three potential options for Kershaw: re-signing with the Dodgers, signing with his hometown Rangers, or retiring from baseball if his injury does not fully recover.

What values and contributions beyond pitching does the script highlight about Kershaw?

The script highlights Kershaw's charitable work through his 'Kershaw's Challenge' organization, his mentorship and support of younger Japanese players, and his strong veteran presence and leadership within the Dodgers' clubhouse.

How has Kershaw performed against Ohtani in their head-to-head matchups so far?

In their limited head-to-head matchups, Kershaw has had great success against Ohtani, holding him to just 1 hit in 11 at-bats with 4 strikeouts. Ohtani has praised Kershaw's pitching and expressed admiration for him as a player.

What motivates Kershaw's potential decision to re-sign with the Dodgers, according to the script?

The script suggests that Kershaw's main motivation to potentially re-sign with the Dodgers is his desire to win a World Series title with the team and organization he has spent his entire 16-year career with so far.