"Shohei Ohtani Trade Rumors: Angels Weighing Options Amidst High Tension"

Insiders believe that if the Los Angeles Angels decide to trade Shohei Ohtani before the deadline, owner Arte Moreno will be selective about where he goes, with the belief being that the Angels wouldn't deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers or an American League West rival like the Texas Rangers. The Tampa Bay Rays are seen as a potential destination due to their ability to offer quality assets and not directly compete with the Angels. Ohtani's availability is the hottest topic in baseball, as he is having a stellar season both as a hitter and a pitcher. The Angels face a difficult decision as they are outside the playoffs but close enough to potentially not want to give up on the season. Ohtani's preference is to sign with a team on the west coast if he leaves the Angels in free agency, making the Dodgers the favorites to sign him.