While April Fools' Day might make you skeptical, rest assured that eBaseball: MLB Pro Spirit's latest news is no joke. The game is introducing an exciting new in-game scouting event called the Ohtani Selection, named after the series ambassador and superstar, Shohei Ohtani. This event will be available until April 8th, offering players a chance to recruit some of the top talents personally selected by Ohtani himself.

Ohtani, a standout player with the Los Angeles Dodgers, has carefully chosen six players for this event: three pitchers and three batters. On the mound, you'll find Zac Gallen of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Ryan Helsley from the St. Louis Cardinals, and Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers. At the plate, look out for Adley Rutschman of the Baltimore Orioles, Mookie Betts from the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Steven Kwan of the Cleveland Guardians.

This event coincides with another significant milestone for eBaseball as MLB Pro Spirit celebrates surpassing five million players. Although baseball may not have the global reach of sports like soccer, it remains incredibly popular, especially across the Pacific.

For those interested in Ohtani's thought process behind his selections, his interview provides insights not only into his choices but also his personal views on these elite players. If you're curious about his take on some of the best pitchers and hitters he's faced, be sure to check out the interview.

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