Ohtani Joins Team Japan for WBC, Not Expected to Pitch

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani officially joined Team Japan on Feb 26 at Vantelin Dome Nagoya for the World Baseball Classic. Although he is not expected to pitch in the tournament, he was observed warming up his throwing arm. Team Japan, a favorite to win, will commence its WBC schedule on March 6 against Chinese Taipei.