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Shohei Ohtani Takes Paternity Leave for Birth of First Child

The Dodgers star is temporarily away from the team during their Texas series as he and wife Mamiko Tanaka prepare to welcome their baby.

Apr 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is away from the team for the birth of his first child. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said before the team’s series opener on Friday night against the Texas Rangers that Ohtani was with his wife and going on MLB’s paternity list. The couple announced in late December that they were expecting but did not reveal a due date. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Overview

  • Shohei Ohtani has been placed on MLB's paternity list, allowing him to miss up to three games for the birth of his first child.
  • The announcement follows Ohtani's December Instagram post revealing that he and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, were expecting in 2025.
  • Mamiko Tanaka is a former professional basketball player from Japan, reflecting Ohtani's strong ties to his cultural roots.
  • The Dodgers are currently playing a three-game series in Texas, with Ohtani's return date yet to be determined.
  • Ohtani's leave highlights MLB's evolving family support policies, which provide players time off for significant personal milestones.