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Angels News: Shohei Ohtani Releases Statement Following Elbow Surgery, Finally Breaks Silence - Los Angeles Angels
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Shohei Ohtani's elbow surgery went well, the Los Angeles Angels' 2-way star says, as doctor hopes for early 2024 return to batting
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Shohei Ohtani has elbow procedure, expects to play next season - Los Angeles Times
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Shohei Ohtani homers twice after Tommy John surgery recommendation - Sports Illustrated
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Shohei Ohtani undergoing elbow surgery is 'inevitable,' his agent confirms - but he remains coy over whether Angels star needs a second Tommy John procedure
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Ohtani elbow hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Shohei Ohtani contract: Angels extension seems unlikely; agent says focus is on 2023 before free agency
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Ohtani elbow hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Shohei Ohtani (groin) expects to play on Monday after Los Angeles Angels remove two-way star from 6-5 victory 'for safety measures' - ESPN