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The Angels failed Shohei Ohtani, who gave them everything he had
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Hernández: It's clear Shohei Ohtani is facing the greatest challenge of his career
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Ohtani debuts for the Angels as DH
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Shohei Ohtani homers in last home game before trade deadline as the Angels beat the Pirates 7-5
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Four things Angels need to get Shohei Ohtani to playoffs for first time, including more from Mike Trout
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Angels overcome Ohtani's rough inning for 8-7 win over A's
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Manager Dave Roberts opens up on challenges of facing Shohei Ohtani as two-way star prepares for first start against Dodgers