Been a long time

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Originally Posted by bk400

This is probably the best argument you're going to get -- something backward looking that focuses on career counting stats and BA. You could also highlight his strikeout rate. I'd agree that if the pitching is gone forever, then he will need that 3rd MVP award, a Gold Glove or two in the outfield, plus a WS ring to make up for it.

Of course, I suspect he will be worth the $700mm contract from a commercial standpoint after just one or two more seasons with the Dodgers, so long as he avoids the pedophilia problem that seems to afflict major league baseball players. I'd love to find out from some investment banker how much more the Dodgers are now worth as a franchise with Ohtani on their team.

The comment about pedophilia problems for MLB players surprised me. Care to elaborate? I know there have been accusations made about Roger Clemens and Pete Rose being involved with underage girls along with the ongoing investigation of Wander Franco, but making a blanket statement that it's a problem afflicting MLB players seems a bit over the top.