Shohei Ohtani announces marriage, 'Joining forces with a Japanese woman, 'Two (and a dog) together'

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Major League・Dodgers' player Shohei Ohtani (29) announced on the 29th on his official Instagram that he got married. "The season is approaching, but today I would like to announce to everyone that I have gotten married," he wrote.

The opponent clearly stated that it was a 'Japanese woman.' Spring camp is being held in Arizona, USA, and they will respond to interviews on the 29th of the US time.

Ohtani commented, 'It will be a new start with a new team and a new environment, but I hope to support each other with the two of us (including one animal) and walk together with all the fans. I think there are still many immature points, but I would be grateful if you could warmly watch over us,' while mentioning his beloved dog 'Dekopin' on Instagram.

Player Ohtani was born in Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture. He joined the Nippon-Ham Fighters as the first pick in the 2012 draft from Hanamaki Higashi High School in Iwate. He transferred to the Major League Angels in 2018.

Last season, he shone as the first Asian player to win the home run king and was selected as the American League's Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the second time following 2021. This offseason, he became a free agent and signed a blockbuster contract with the Dodgers for a record-breaking 10 years and $700 million (approximately ¥101.5 billion at the time of transfer).

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Summary
Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (29) announced his marriage on his official Instagram, revealing that he married a Japanese woman. Ohtani expressed his commitment to starting a new chapter with his partner and facing the upcoming season together. He mentioned his dog, Dekopin, in the post. Ohtani, born in Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, was drafted by the Nippon-Ham Fighters in 2012 before moving to the MLB's Los Angeles Angels in 2018. He won the Asian home run title last season and was named the American League's Most Valuable Player for the second time in 2021. Ohtani expressed his gratitude for the warm support from fans as he embarks on this new journey.