While it's tempting to question everything on April Fools' Day, rest assured that the news about eBaseball: MLB Pro Spirit is no jest. The game is rolling out an exciting new in-game scouting event, dubbed the Ohtani Selection, named after the series ambassador and Dodgers star, Shohei Ohtani. This event, featuring hand-picked players selected by Ohtani himself, will be available until April 8th.
Ohtani, renowned for his exceptional skills on the field, has carefully chosen six standout players for this event. The selection includes three batters and three pitchers, showcasing talent from various top MLB teams. On the pitching side, fans can look forward to Zac Gallen of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals, and Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers. Meanwhile, the batting lineup features Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, Mookie Betts of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Steven Kwan from the Cleveland Guardians.
This latest event marks another milestone for eBaseball, as MLB Pro Spirit now boasts over five million players. While baseball might not have the global following of sports like football (or soccer, as some call it), its popularity across the Pacific remains strong.
In addition to the event, Ohtani's interview (linked above) provides insight into his selection process and personal thoughts on the chosen players. If you're curious about his perspective on these top MLB talents, be sure to check it out.
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