Ohtani's Nerves and Dodgers' Drama: What’s Next for LA in Tokyo? 

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The Dodgers kicked off their season in Japan with a thrilling win over the Cubs, but the spotlight was undeniably on Shohei Ohtani. Despite his superstar status, Ohtani admitted to feeling nervous in front of the home crowd, a rare moment of vulnerability for a player of his caliber. This raises an interesting question: how do players handle the pressure of high expectations, especially in unique environments like this?

Moreover, the Dodgers are already facing challenges with injuries, including Freddie Freeman's rib issue and Mookie Betts being sent home early. With nine players on the injured list, how do you think this will impact the team's performance moving forward? Can they maintain their momentum despite these setbacks?

And let's not forget about the impressive debut of Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who shined on the mound. With Roki Sasaki set to make his MLB debut in the next game, how do you see the influx of Japanese talent influencing the league? Are we witnessing a new era of pitching dominance?

As we dive into the season, what bold predictions do you have for the Dodgers? Will they overcome their injury woes and make a deep playoff run, or are we looking at a potential struggle ahead? Share your thoughts and let's get the conversation rolling!

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