Auction is back on for Ohtani’s 50/50 ball, but who will catch the proceeds?

The ball Shohei Ohtani hit for his 50th home run of the season last month is back on the auction block, and the bidding is at $1.5 million. But who will get the money? A legal fight over who has the rights to the ball is making its way through federal court, though neither side is contesting the sale.

Originally Published: October 10, 2024 at 1:01 p.m.