Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball can be sold, judge says. But who will pocket the cash?

The auction for Shohei Ohtani's historic 50th home run ball will continue despite a civil lawsuit over ownership, with proceeds to be decided by the court.

Joseph Davidov's lawsuit claims ownership of the ball, but an agreement allows Goldin Auctions to sell it, leaving the court to determine the rightful beneficiary.

Ohtani's milestone, marking 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season, has led to a bidding frenzy, with current bids nearing $2 million.

The case involves multiple parties disputing the ownership of the ball, with a judge affirming the sale can proceed while litigation continues.

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