Ohtani family 'overjoyed' to welcome second child

The Ohtani family welcomed their second child, expanding their family to four. Shohei Ohtani and his wife, Mamiko, announced the arrival through a statement on Ohtani's Instagram page, sharing their joy with fans. "We are again overjoyed to experience this wonderful day in our lives together," they stated. They expressed gratitude for the safe birth of their child and thanked everyone who supported them throughout this journey.

The couple had welcomed their first child, a daughter, in April 2025. On the day of the announcement, Ohtani was notably absent from the Dodgers’ previous game, where the team secured a 6-5 victory over the Orioles. Despite his absence, he was not placed on the paternity list, as revealed by manager Dave Roberts. There is a possibility that the four-time MVP could return to the team as soon as Saturday.