Shohei Ohtani can opt out of Dodgers contract if ownership changes

Shohei Ohtani's contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers includes a provision that allows him to opt out if the team undergoes a change in ownership. This stipulation is part of Ohtani's groundbreaking 10-year, $700 million agreement for the 2024 season. Dodgers CEO Stan Kasten reiterated that the sale of the Lakers by owner Mark Walter does not affect the Dodgers and there are no current plans for a team sale. Walter and his company are under investigation for alleged loan fraud, leading to speculation about future ownership changes for the Dodgers.

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