Juan Toribio
Juan Toribio is a sports reporter who covers Major League Baseball for MLB Network. He frequently appears on MLB Central to discuss the latest news and developments in the world of baseball. His primary focus is on the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he provides unique insights into their performance and success throughout the season.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
92%
Examples:
- The author has a high bias score due to the use of loaded language in some articles and the omission of certain details that could potentially contradict previous reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
95%
Examples:
- There are no clear examples of conflicts of interest in the articles provided.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- In another article, the author contradicts previous reporting about Shohei Ohtani's alleged gambling connections by stating that Ohtani had never bet on sports or asked someone to do it on his behalf. However, this statement is contradicted by Mizuhara's initial claim that Ohtani had wired money to an illegal bookmaker in order to cover Mizuhara's debt.
- In one article, the author contradicts themselves by stating that Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched 7 scoreless innings against the Yankees and then later mentioning that Teoscar Hernandez hit the game-winning hit in the same game. This is not possible as one player cannot pitch and hit a game-winning home run in the same game.
Deceptions
70%
Examples:
- The author uses loaded language when describing Ippei Mizuhara as a 'gambling addict' and makes claims that contradict previous reporting about Ohtani's alleged gambling connections. Additionally, the author omits certain details in some articles that could potentially contradict previous reporting.
Recent Articles
Shohei Ohtani's Historic 473-Foot Home Run Powers Dodgers to Sweep of Red Sox
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Shohei Ohtani hits historic 473-foot home run, leading Dodgers to a dominating victory over Red Sox with 13 hits and seven walks. Ohtani ties MLB record for most homers of 450+ feet in a season and becomes the first player with 50 extra-base hits, 75 runs, 50 walks, and 20 stolen bases in their first 100 games. Dodgers extend NL West lead to 3.5 games. 
Dodgers Option Struggling Bobby Miller to Triple-A, Recall Ricky Vanasco
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned struggling pitcher Bobby Miller to Triple-A after giving up nine runs in a start, recalling Ricky Vanasco from the minors as his replacement. Miller's ERA rose to 8.07, contrasting his solid 2023 debut with a .338 opponent batting average and five homers allowed this season. The Dodgers' rotation has been hit by injuries, but they maintain a 7½-game lead in the NL West. 
Dodgers' Yamamoto Exits Start with Triceps Tightness: IL Stint Imminent
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto exits start with triceps tightness, IL stint likely. Key pitcher reports discomfort since June 7 and was removed from game against Royals. Record of 6-2, ERA of 2.92 makes injury significant for Dodgers dealing with rotation injuries. Yamamoto Shines in Yankee Debut: Dodgers Edge Yankees 2-1 in Extra Innings with Hernandez's Clutch Double
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024In the June 7, 2024 matchup between MLB powerhouses Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees, Yoshinobu Yamamoto made his Yankee Stadium debut with a standout performance, holding the Dodgers to two hits and striking out seven in seven shutout innings. Teoscar Hernandez delivered a clutch two-run double in the top of the 11th for a 2-1 Dodgers victory, despite their bullpen using five pitchers. Yamamoto's improved four-seam fastball helped him lower his ERA to 3.00. Shohei Ohtani and Max Muncy Power Dodgers to Sweep of Braves: Historic Homer Nights
Broke On: Sunday, 05 May 2024On May 5th, 2024, at Dodger Stadium, Shohei Ohtani set a new franchise record for most home runs by a Japanese-born player with three homers against the Atlanta Braves' Max Fried. Max Muncy also hit three home runs in a single game for his career high. The Dodgers swept the series with impressive offensive and pitching performances, while the Braves trailed behind. 
Shohei Ohtani Denies Betting on Sports, Addresses Interpreter's Theft Allegations
Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers star designated hitter and two-time unanimous American League Most Valuable Player, has denied betting on sports or asking someone to do it on his behalf. He also said that he had no knowledge of Ippei Mizuhara's gambling debts until a few days ago when the rest of the team learned about it after their season-opening game in Seoul last week. 
Shohei Ohtani Optimistic About Recovery After Batting Practice Session
Broke On: Tuesday, 13 February 2024Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter and $700 million man, is optimistic about his recovery after hitting 10 of 21 pitches over the fence during a batting practice session on Monday at Glendale, Arizona. He remains steadfast that he will be ready as a hitter come Opening Day.