Baseball star Shohei Ohtani has captivated fans as he debuted for the LA Dodgers in Seoul igniting excitement and selling out game tickets and merchandise. Despite Japan’s historical rivalry with South Korea in sports, Ohtani received a warm welcome. His performance contributed to the Dodgers’ 5-2 victory against the San Diego Padres in MLB’s first season opener in South Korea.
Ohtani’s arrival with his wife former professional basketball player Mamiko Tanaka marked the public revelation of their marriage. Fans in Seoul including longtime follower Mina Kim expressed enthusiasm with Ohtani jerseys and chants dominating the atmosphere. Renowned for his exceptional skills in both batting and pitching, Ohtani’s $700 million contract with the Dodgers made him one of the highest-earning athletes globally.
His recent marriage announcement sparked widespread curiosity. Some fans believe Ohtani’s prowess surpasses that of South Korea’s Ha-Seong Kim also an MLB player. The MLB world tour aims to attract a global fan base with Ohtani’s debut in Seoul being a highlight. The two games series between the Dodgers and Padres in Seoul is part of this initiative showcasing MLB talent to diverse audiences worldwide.
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