Shohei Ohtani has been selected as a starter for the National League at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, representing the Los Angeles Dodgers as a designated hitter.

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hit his 30th home of the season on Tuesday night as the Dodgers beat the Chicago White Sox 6-1. With the blast, he continues to chase his own record in baseball history, according to Sarah Langs of MLB.com:

Kevin Burkhardt, Dontrelle Willis and the "MLB on FOX" crew debate whether the Los Angeles Dodgers should adjust plans with Shohei Ohtani.

Between his buyout with Portland and his new contract with the Lakers, Ayton will reportedly make $33.7 million next season.

Chris Haynes first reported the news. Over the weekend, the Blazers and Ayton agreed to a buyout of the final year of his contract worth $35.5 million over the weekend. The Blazers will pay $25 million of his contract after he agreed to give up $10 million in order to become a free agent.

Veteran center Deandre Ayton has agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers following his buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers, per ESPN's Shams Charania.