Relaxed Shohei Ohtani enters contract year off WBC success
With his heroic effort complete, a world title secured and his team in the throes of a wild celebration, Shohei Ohtani turned away from the glee to pay respect to his vanquished opponent.
A simple bow, followed by a wave, face stern, eyes forward.
Between the lines, Ohtani carries powers and abilities outside the norm. Removed from the confines of nine innings, he shows the modesty of a superhero's alter ego.
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