Not my MVP Then he should not be considered for Cy Young - MLB fans disappointed with Shohei Ohtani s decision to not pitch in the All-Star game Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Approve Reject & ban Delete Logout

Not my MVP Then he should not be considered for Cy Young - MLB fans disappointed with Shohei Ohtani s decision to not pitch in the All-Star game

Shohei Ohtani talking to the press during the 2022 Gatorade All-Star Workout Day will still appear in the tonight. However, his workload will be lighter as he has elected not to pitch in the game. Ohtani got the nod in the starting job as the designated hitter for the American League through fan voting. The reigning American League MVP was also named to the pitching crew. Ohtani has had a respectable year in batting by his standards and an even better pitching season. He has batted .258 and owns an OPS of .834 with 19 home runs. Pitching-wise, Ohtani has won his last six starts and has a 2.38 ERA with 123 strikeouts. The 28-year-old has carried the load for the starting rotation and is the only stable pitcher within the main roster. Still, Ohtani has stated that he will not participate in tonight's game as a pitcher. That is fairly understandable as he has moved heaven and earth just to generate wins for the Angels. Not my MVP Not my MVP Several fans, however, have expressed their displeasure with Ohtani's decision. Then he should not be considered for Cy Young. J/k Then he should not be considered for Cy Young. J/k Every time Ohtani takes the field, it's must-see TV for baseball fans. Ohtani brings a certain aura to the game every time he makes an appearance. He showcases his grit and will to win while also not forgetting the fun side of the game. Ohtani said it is an honor, but there are pitchers with better results than him who deserve to start in the All-Star game. Ohtani said it is an honor, but there are pitchers with better results than him who deserve to start in the All-Star game. Fans were certainly divided about his decision, but nevertheless, he will still participate in the game.

MLB fans react to Shohei Ohtani s decision

While some fans were disappointed, some found solace that Shohei Ohtani's workload would be reduced. Good. Ohtani deserves a break. Ohtani expressed to All Star officials that he preferred not to pitch in the gameOhtani expressed to All Star officials that he preferred not to pitch in the gameGood. Ohtani deserves a break. It has been one draining and disappointing season for the Los Angeles Angels. They started hot out of the gate but fell massively. This included a disastrous 14-game losing skid. Considering he's starting on Friday and normally needs 6 days of rest I get it Ohtani expressed to All Star officials that he preferred not to pitch in the gameOhtani expressed to All Star officials that he preferred not to pitch in the gameConsidering he's starting on Friday and normally needs 6 days of rest I get it The Angels have won 10 of their last 30 games. With Mike Trout possibly being shelved for the foreseeable future, the team should really focus on damage mitigation at this point. Smart with trout out Ohtani expressed to All Star officials that he preferred not to pitch in the gameOhtani expressed to All Star officials that he preferred not to pitch in the gameSmart with trout out The Anaheim-based squad currently has a record of 39-53. Unless they go on a miracle run, it is safe to say that they won't make it to the playoffs. Needs to save those bullets for the angels one win a week strategy Needs to save those bullets for the angels one win a week strategy Ohtani went hitless in his two at-bats during last year's All-Star Game. It was his first selection to an All-Star team, and he was also awarded the win in his start. He's just letting other players have fun, he's humble He's just letting other players have fun, he's humble Ohtani was named as the starter against the Atlanta Braves on Friday. The MVP and his Angels will travel to the Peach State for their first series after the All-Star break. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found