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Shohei Ohtani Welcomes Daughter, Shares Joy on Social Media

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani announces the birth of his daughter and expresses gratitude on Instagram.

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Ohtani, 30, missed the first two games of the series matching the past two World Series champions.
It’s a girl! Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is a first-time father.
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The baby’s arrival marks the latest milestone in a whirlwind 16 months for Ohtani.
It’s a girl! Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani of the LA Dodgers is now a father
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The Japanese star had said he and his wife, 28-year-old former professional basketball player Mamiko Tanaka, were expecting a baby in 2025.
It's a girl! Two-way star Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers is now a father
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Ohtani also thanked the Dodgers organization and his teammates for the support and encouragement he had received, as well as medical professionals.
Shohei Ohtani and his wife welcome their first child
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Ohtani missed the opening two games of their road series against the Texas Rangers after being placed on MLB’s paternity list in preparation for the birth.
Shohei Ohtani, wife announce birth of daughter with adorable post
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Updated: Apr 19th, 2025, 6:22 PM ET

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Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers star, announced the birth of his first child, a daughter, on Instagram. The 30-year-old expressed gratitude towards his wife and the support from his team and medical professionals. Ohtani missed two games due to being on MLB’s paternity list but is expected to return for the series finale. He thanked his fans, teammates, and the Dodgers organization for their encouragement during this exciting time. This milestone follows his major contract signing and marriage announcement earlier this year.

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