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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Brandt

Dodgers, Ohtani got creative with $700 million deal, but both sides still have some risk

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Once the initial shock wore off on the price tag of Shohei Ohtani's record-shattering $700 million, 10-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, details about the contract emerged that were nearly as stunning.

A total of $680 million — 97% of the money — was deferred until 2034-43 with no interest.

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