On April 19, 2025, Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani announced the birth of his first child — a baby girl — through a heartfelt post on Instagram. The post featured a tender image of his newborn daughter’s tiny feet and a photo of his beloved dog, Decopin, symbolizing a warm welcome into the Ohtani household.
“Welcome to the Ohtani family!” the caption read, followed by a touching message in English expressing gratitude and emotion.
“I sincerely thank my loving wife for giving birth to our healthy and adorable daughter.
To our daughter — thank you for making us parents and for bringing us both uncertainty and immense joy.
We are truly happy to have you in our lives.”
Ohtani had previously shared that the baby was due in December 2024, and in anticipation of the birth, he was placed on the MLB’s Paternity List beginning April 18, missing the game against the Texas Rangers.
In a fan appreciation event earlier this year, Ohtani expressed a mix of nerves and excitement about becoming a father:
“There’s both anxiety and excitement, but if she comes into the world safely, that’s all I can hope for. Hopefully, even Decopin can help look after her.”
The announcement has drawn immense joy and warm reactions from fans and media around the world. Not only is Ohtani celebrated for his remarkable achievements on the field, but his devotion to family has struck a deeply emotional chord with his supporters.
With this new chapter, Shohei Ohtani embarks on the journey of fatherhood — a role that, just like baseball, he seems ready to embrace with all his heart.
