The article discusses super agent Scott Boras's efforts to sign MLB star Shohei Ohtani before he came to the US in 2018. Despite flying to Japan five times and meeting Ohtani's parents, Boras lost out to CAA's Nez Balelo. Known for his negotiation strength and successful clients, Boras saw the significant potential in Ohtani as both a player and a marketable figure. His inability to sign Ohtani has left him watching the player thrive in Anaheim, reflecting on what could have been a lucrative partnership.
"Ohtani isn't one of Boras' clients, though not for lack of trying. Before Ohtani came to the US in 2018, Boras flew to Japan five times and met his parents in an effort to land him, only to lose out to CAA's Nez Balelo."
"Even to this day, Boras is considered - for better or worse - to be the most notorious agent in the game. He's brokered contracts collectively worth billions of dollars for decades."
"An ex-player himself, Boras clearly understood the upside Ohtani brought to the table - and presumably the marketing opportunities in the process."
"It must've been a tough pill for Boras to swallow when seeing Ohtani routinely play in Anaheim. With deep roots in Orange County, Boras often is seen sitting behind home plate for games at Angel Stadium."
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