Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers' superstar, delighted his fans with the announcement that he and his wife, Mamiko, a former professional basketball player in Japan, are expecting their first child.

“I can’t wait for the little rookie to join our family soon!” Ohtani shared in an emotional Instagram post.

The announcement came with an adorable photo featuring their dog, Decoy, a baby onesie, tiny shoes, and a drawing of a child’s face, capturing the joy and excitement for this new chapter in his personal life.

A Personal Life in the Spotlight

Ohtani, widely regarded as one of the best baseball players of his generation, revealed his marriage to Mamiko earlier this year on February 29 through social media.

Mamiko, celebrated for her career in Japanese basketball, has been a constant source of support for Ohtani off the field.