Shohei Ohtani dropped a major marriage bomb Thursday as his first spring training as a member of the Dodgers began.
in post In a post shared with his 7.4 million followers on Instagram, the two-faced superstar announced his marriage to a Japanese woman, although his partner’s name was not revealed.
“I want to make an announcement to my friends and fans. Not only am I starting a new chapter in my career with the Dodgers, I am also starting a new life with a very special person from my home country of Japan.” I wanted everyone to know that I am now married,” Ohtani, 29, wrote.
“We can’t wait to see what happens next, and we appreciate everyone’s support.”
Otani also said in an interview that he aims for further growth. According to the Associated Press.
It’s been a whirlwind few months for the two-time AL MVP, who signed a blockbuster 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers in December after six seasons with the Angels.
At the time, Ohtani said, “To all the fans and everyone involved in the baseball world, I am very sorry that it took so long to make this decision.” “I have decided to choose the Dodgers as my next team.”
But while Ohtani’s blockbuster contract boasts deferrals, he will only receive $2 million in pension money, with $68 million paid each season between 2034 and 2043.
Although Ohtani won’t pitch next season after undergoing elbow surgery in September, he made a strong impression in spring training earlier this week, hitting a home run in the Dodgers’ 9-6 win over the White Sox.
The Dodgers open the season on Wednesday, March 20th in South Korea against the Padres.
