Dylan Hernández: Shohei Ohtani mindful that his situation on the Dodgers is unique

PHOENIX — Introductions are important in Japanese culture, so much so there are entire rituals built around them.

When Japanese reporters meet someone for the first time, for example, they will hold out their business cards with both hands and bow. In instances in which they introduce themselves to people they consider important, they might even present them with gifts.

Shohei Ohtani was born and raised in the same country as them, which explains why he has made it