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Daily Mail
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Shohei Ohtani's wife stuns baseball fans as she makes rare public appearance on MLB All-Star red carpet
Shohei Ohtani's wife Mamiko Tanaka made a surprise appearance on the red carpet for the MLB All-Star game Tuesday. The Japanese baseball star, who is extremely private, married Tanaka in a secret ceremony in 2024. However, the couple have shied away from the spotlight with Tanaka, a former basketball player, rarely making public appearances with her husband. Yet, she stunned fans when she joined her husband on the red carpet ahead of Tuesday night's showdown between the National and American Leagues. Tanaka, who gave birth to the couple's first baby earlier this year, cut an elegant figure in a flowy apricot gown, which was cinched at her waist. She accessorized the chic look with an eye-catching pair of diamond drop-down earrings. She dazzled on the amr of her husband, who looked dapper in a navy double-breasted suit and pale blue buttoned-up shirt. Ohtani and Tanaka quietly tied the knot in early 2024. It took the baseball sensation, who is extremely private, a few weeks to reveal exactly who she was after first announcing that he had wed a mystery woman in February. Tanaka, who shies away from the spotlight, joined her husband at the MLB All-Star game 'I began a new chapter in my career with the Dodgers, but I also have started a new life with someone from my native country of Japan who is very special to me,' he said on social media. Tanaka is a 28-year-old former Japanese basketball player who played in the country's top women's league. In April, they welcomed a baby girl into the world, just over a month since stunning the baseball world with their surprise nuptials. Since exchanging their vows, Tanaka has made only a limited number of public appearances with the Los Angeles Dodgers phenom. She did, however, join the two-way star on the red carpet for last year's edition of the All-Star game. Meanwhile, the red carpet was filled with baseball power couples in Atlanta as Yankees sensation Aaron Judge and his wife Samantha also stepped out for the pre-game fanfare. They also welcomed a daughter, Nora, in January. Social media sensation and former LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne also made an appearance to support her MLB beau Paul Skenes, who started on the mound for the National League. The TikTok star was also at Truist Park in Atlanta with her Pirates-star beau Paul Skenes for the annual All-Star Game event on Monday night. And while taking in the action, Dunne could not believe her eyes when Pittsburgh outfielder Oneil Cruz let rip with one of his 21 home runs that saw him advance to the semifinals. Cruz, who crushed a 513-foot homer on the night, averaged 447 feet during the first round with a top exit velocity of 118mph. Dunne shared a video on Instagram of the Dominican star sending one flying into the stands, before spinning the camera round to show her stunned reaction. She also included the caption 'holy cr@p' while saying in the background 'oh my god'.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shohei Ohtani, Wife Go Viral At MLB All-Star Game
Shohei Ohtani, Wife Go Viral At MLB All-Star Game originally appeared on The Spun. With last night's Home Run Derby in the books its now time for the main event of MLB's annual summer classic. Baseball's AL vs. NL battle will take place at Truist Park in Atlanta this year where Shohei Ohtani will bat leadoff as the DH in Tuesday's All-Star Game ahead of Braves MVP Ronald Acuna Jr. Advertisement This afternoon the Dodgers phenom arrived at the red carpet alongside wife Mamiko Tanaka who gave birth to their first child just a few short months ago. It didn't take long for the couple's appearance to go viral on X. "He's a giant so how tall is she??" a user asked. "They look great." "hell yeah," another said. "Red carpet ready," a fan commented. "They are a cute couple," another person replied. "Shohei is so classy," a Dodgers fan posted. "They understood the assignment! 👔👠" another user exclaimed. "Ohtani's fit is fire, can't wait to see the whole look 🔥" "The MVP and the queen 👑✨" another account announced. Advertisement "looking good champ! 😍" another fan cheered. "Will is be Shohei or Judge for the MVP at the All star game? I like the chances here with Shohei ❤️🔥💪" LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 02: Shohei Ohtani (L) and Mamiko Ohtani arrive at the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation's 2024 Blue Diamond Gala at Dodger Stadium on May 02, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by)Ohtani will start things off for manager Dave Roberts and the National League in a lineup that features Acuna, Arizona second baseman Ketel Marte, teammate Freddie Freeman, Padres third baseman Manny Machado, Dodgers backstop Will Smith, Cubs rightfielder Kyle Tucker, Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor and Chicago centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. Paul Skenes will take the bump to begin the game where he'll face an AL lineup led by Aaron Judge, Cal Raleigh and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Advertisement Related: Breaking: Joy Taylor Is Out At FOX Sports Shohei Ohtani, Wife Go Viral At MLB All-Star Game first appeared on The Spun on Jul 15, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 15, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shohei Ohtani finally opens up on married life with Mamiko Tanaka and fatherhood after viral Dodgers moment
Shohei Ohtani finally opens up on married life with Mamiko Tanaka and fatherhood after viral Dodgers moment (Image via Getty) Shohei Ohtani is known for his focus and calm on the baseball field, but his personal life recently became the center of attention. During the Los Angeles Dodgers' international trip to Seoul, South Korea, in March 2024, all eyes were not just on the game. The media had questions for Shohei Ohtani that had nothing to do with his bat or pitching arm. Shohei Ohtani keeps married life with Mamiko Tanaka private during press meet On March 16, 2024, Shohei Ohtani joined Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman for a press conference ahead of their game in Seoul. This marked the first public appearance with his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, after announcing their marriage in February 2024. Seoul Series: Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman press conference Many reporters asked Shohei Ohtani about his wife, Mamiko Tanaka. But Shohei Ohtani made it clear he wanted to focus only on baseball. Through his translator Ippei Mizuhara, he said, 'I answered a lot of the marriage questions in the interview earlier, so I don't really want to get into details here.' He added that it was Mamiko Tanaka's first time attending a game like this with him and said he was excited for the memories they would create together. Shohei Ohtani also reflected on how much had changed since his last visit to Korea as a high school student. He said he was happy to return to one of his favorite countries, now as a major league player and a husband. Shohei Ohtani and Mamiko Tanaka welcome baby girl amid strong MLB season In April 2025, Shohei Ohtani shared more personal news. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, and Shohei Ohtani posted a warm message on Instagram on April 20, 2025. He thanked Mamiko Tanaka for giving birth to their healthy baby girl and expressed love and gratitude for his family and the Dodgers' support. Also Read: Shohei Ohtani Mom Kayoko Ohtani Triggers Massive Debate After Rejecting Son's $700 Million Support Since becoming a father, Shohei Ohtani's performance has been incredible. By July 2025, he had hit 32 home runs and collected 50 RBIs. Fans and analysts often refer to his power surge as 'Dad strength.' At 31 years old, he currently leads the National League in home runs and continues to play at the highest level. While Shohei Ohtani keeps his family life private, his strong form and dedication remain very public and truly inspiring. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Associated Press
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts gifts pink toy luxury car to Shohei Ohtani's baby daughter
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and his wife have gifted Shohei Ohtani's baby daughter with a pink toy Porsche. Ohtani posted a video of him, Roberts and the toy car on his Instagram account. 'We had a little running practical-joke situation going on,' Roberts said Wednesday, 'but this was a gift for the baby.' Last May, Roberts joked that Ohtani should give him a Porsche when the slugger broke the Dodgers record for most home runs by a Japanese player. Ohtani obliged, gifting a purple toy model Porsche for Roberts' office. In breaking the record, Ohtani surpassed the mark set by Roberts, who was born in Japan, during his playing days. Ohtani went slightly bigger in March, when he left another toy Porsche in Roberts' parking space at Camelback Ranch in Arizona. Ohtani gifted Ashley Kelly, wife of Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly, a Porsche for her husband giving up his No. 17 when Ohtani signed with the Dodgers in December 2023. Ohtani's first child was born on April 19. He and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, have not revealed the baby's name or any other information in keeping with Ohtani's penchant for privacy. Ohtani's reaction to the gift from Roberts and his wife Tricia? 'He was very grateful,' Roberts said. ___ AP MLB:
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
'It's reimagining team travel.' Why the Dodgers are using two planes on road trips this year
The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani, center, walks with his wife Mamiko Tanaka, center left, through an airport terminal after the team arrived for its 2024 season-opening series in South Korea. During the ensuing postseason run, the Dodgers began using two planes to travel, which they've carried over into this season. (Ahn Young-joon / Associated Press) In the interest of doing things differently last October, the Dodgers made a subtle, but profound, change in their travel plans. In previous postseasons — many of which ended with disappointing early eliminations — the Dodgers would use one wide-body plane to shuttle players, coaches, executives, staff, broadcasters and other members of their bloated playoff traveling party from city to city. Advertisement Last year, they opted for a different flight pattern. Players took one plane, as part of a larger effort to promote a sense of togetherness in pursuit of a World Series title. Read more: Hernández: It's tempting to rush Shohei Ohtani back on the mound, but the Dodgers shouldn't do it Everyone else, meanwhile, flew on a second, separate chartered commercial jet. 'I think it's just [a way for us to make sure] more of the time we spend is together,' first baseman Freddie Freeman said during last year's postseason. 'Making sure we stayed together as a group.' Given the results, the Dodgers decided to keep the change in place for this season. Advertisement What started as a one-month experiment then, has become a permanent routine for the defending champions now. This year, in a significant shift to the way they travel, the Dodgers are using two planes on a full-time basis for their regular-season road trips: One for players, just like they did last October; and another for everyone else, from manager Dave Roberts and the rest of his coaching staff to the dozens of other team personnel that make up each trip. 'It was driven by them,' Roberts said of the players, noting their interest in continuing the two-plane itinerary this year. 'And we facilitated it.' 'It's reimagining team travel,' added Scott Akasaki, who as the Dodgers' senior director of travel has overseen the transition. 'It'll be interesting to see what the positive things that come out of it are.' Advertisement Indeed, as club officials looked ahead to their 2025 title defense this winter, they quickly warmed to the idea of making the two-plane system permanent. Already, they had bought into the positive impacts it had on team chemistry during the playoffs, believing it to be a contributing factor to the heightened level of camaraderie players cited as a driving force behind their 2024 championship. But as they mapped out ways to ease the burdens of a grueling 162-game season, they recognized other logistical benefits that could result from the added travel investment. Read more: Back in the lineup, Teoscar Hernández provides the offense as Dodgers beat Arizona Advertisement 'Our ownership was incredibly supportive of the idea,' general manager Brandon Gomes said. 'And yeah, it seems like it's gone well so far.' For starters, players now have more comfortable seating arrangements on flights, able to spread out on an aircraft that includes only a handful of additional clubhouse support staff. 'It's providing an environment where our players are more apt to get rest and recovery, with just less people on the plane and more room to move around,' Akasaki said. And after the team experienced several lengthy travel-day delays last year because of mechanical problems with their charter, they now have a 'fail-safe' contingency plan, as Gomes described it; always having a second plane available to transport team members to their next city as scheduled. Advertisement 'In theory, the players and critical staff can hop on the working plane and go,' Akasaki echoed, 'while the remaining folks stay behind until the mechanical problem gets resolved.' Four road trips into this year, however, no trickle-down effect has been as lauded as the changes the Dodgers have made to their actual travel schedule. In the days of traditional single-plane travel, the Dodgers would typically wait to fly out of Los Angeles if they had an off day between the end of a homestand and the start of a road trip. It meant one extra night at home, but a later arrival into cities on the eve of an away series. 'When you're spending your off day on the plane,' veteran third baseman Max Muncy said, 'you don't ever feel like you're as recovered.' Using two planes for road trips has allowed the Dodgers players to leave right after the final game of a homestand, which so far this season has been followed by an off day. "When you're spending your off day on the plane," veteran third baseman Max Muncy said, "you don't ever feel like you're as recovered." (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times) With the benefit of a second plane, the Dodgers can do things differently now. Advertisement Though each of the team's first four homestands this year have been followed by an open date, the players' plane has departed immediately after all four getaway-day games, getting them into road cities the same night (or, in the case of Wednesday's flight to New York this week, early the next morning) before the rest of the traveling party arrives the following afternoon. 'I think it's better,' Freeman said. 'It gives us actually a whole day off.' 'It's nice to just have the off day [without having to fly],' Muncy added. 'You're tired on the off day, but then you can get a full night's sleep to rest and recover. That felt pretty good.' Sometimes, that extra day affords players with rare additional personal time — giving someone like Muncy, a Dallas-area native, a full afternoon to see family before last month's Easter weekend series in Texas. Advertisement But even for other guys, Muncy added, 'it was, let me go lay out by the pool, or let me go grab some lunch somewhere, and then we'll go get a nice dinner. It just gives you the whole day to kind of recover. I think it'll be a better change for us.' Accounting for a second plane, of course, does add complexities to the planning of each road trip. The truckloads of equipment the Dodgers travel with has to be specifically sorted and loaded onto the correct flight. The team has to coordinate between two airline partners, chartering a Boeing 757 from Delta and a Boeing 737-800 from United, to handle travel parties sometimes upwards of 100 in all. Akasaki now even has a bigger team of people who help with the planning process, too. 'From Andrew [Friedman, president of baseball operations] on down, it was like, 'Hey, this is a big thing, and it's a lot for one person to handle,' Akasaki said. 'So [they asked], 'What do you need to keep this all organized?' That's been very helpful.' Advertisement The team also had to account for potential other negatives. There were considerations made over the environmental impact of using a second plane, according to one person involved in the process but not authorized to speak publicly. There were more simple day-to-day changes to the rhythm of the team's season as well. 'Like, you can't have that organic conversation in the back of the plane between a staff member and a player like you used to,' Akasaki noted. But, in the end, the pros outweighed the cons. 'You can still have that [conversation] in the clubhouse,' Akasaki noted. Plus, for an organization that has long tried to maximize its monstrous financial resources to become a premier destination for star talent in baseball, being able to pitch prospective free agents on the luxury of using two planes certainly 'doesn't hurt' either, Gomes quipped. Advertisement Read more: Yoshinobu Yamamoto starts it, Dodgers finish it with walk-off win over Arizona With the Dodgers' new travel system believed to be unique among MLB clubs, Roberts noted that 'there's a lot of other teams already asking about the two planes.' And to this point, players said, the reviews have been positive. 'It's still early,' Muncy noted. 'I've only ever done it the one way since I've been here, so I don't know what the other way is like' over the course of a full season. But, Freeman joked with a grin, 'I haven't heard one complaint about it.' Sign up for more Dodgers news with Dodgers Dugout. Delivered at the start of each series. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
