The pitcher has capped off an extraordinary year with the announcement that he and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, are expecting their first child.
In his debut season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, he not only helped clinch a World Series title against the Yankees but also earned his third MVP award and was named AP Male Athlete of the Year.
Her dream of motherhood is now coming true, a milestone that resonates deeply with Ohtani, who once listed becoming a father by age 28 on his high school wishlist.
Shohei and Mamiko fulfilling life-long dream
The revelation, shared via Instagram, featured a heartwarming photo of a sonogram, a pink onesie, tiny baby shoes, and their dog, Decoy.
His record-breaking $700 million contract and induction into MLB’s elusive 50-50 club solidified his legendary status.
For now, Shohei Ohtani’s year of milestones continues to inspire admiration across the sports world.
Known for her basketball prowess, Tanaka shared lighthearted details about herself, including her love for pudding, hamburgers, and her favorite color, purple.
The announcement follows a year of incredible achievements for Ohtani.