As the anticipation builds among baseball fans, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan has revealed new details about the remaining contenders in the race to sign two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani. With several teams dropping out of the bidding, the Giants' pursuit of the Japanese superstar remains unclear.

According to sources, high-revenue teams cannot be ruled out despite the narrowing field for Ohtani's services. The Texas Rangers, Boston Red Sox, and New York Mets, which were initially vying for Ohtani, have shifted their focus to other players. However, the Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago Cubs, Toronto Blue Jays, and the Angels are among those still in the bidding, as confirmed by sources.

The Giants, long known for their fondness for Ohtani, have not disclosed their current standing in the sweepstakes. This ambiguity does not necessarily indicate their exclusion from the race. It is speculated that the Giants could be maintaining a low profile to honor Ohtani's reported wish for privacy during his free-agent meetings. Passan had previously noted that any leaked information regarding team meetings would negatively impact Ohtani's perception of the organization involved.

While the Giants' position remains unknown, their keen interest in Ohtani is no secret. As baseball enthusiasts eagerly await further updates on this unfolding saga, it is yet to be seen whether the Giants will emerge as frontrunners in the pursuit of the highly coveted Japanese star.

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