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Updated · Bleacher Report · Jun 20
Shohei Ohtani Announces Birth of Second Child After Dodgers Put Him on Paternity List
Updated
Updated · Bleacher Report · Jun 20

Shohei Ohtani Announces Birth of Second Child After Dodgers Put Him on Paternity List

3 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · Jun 20

Summary

  • Shohei Ohtani and wife Mamiko Tanaka said on Instagram that their second child was born safely, calling the day another moment of joy for their family.
  • The announcement followed the Dodgers' move Friday to place Ohtani on the paternity list, with the team saying he was expected back sometime over the weekend.
  • TMZ Sports said the couple's first child, a daughter, was born in April 2025; the new baby's name and gender were not disclosed.
  • Ohtani, who turns 32 on July 5, is having another standout season with a .296/.418/.545 line, 15 home runs and a 7-2 pitching record with a 1.47 ERA.

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