BREAKING: Entire Dodgers Team Celebrates Shohei Ohtani Before Major Announcement of Twins, Fiancee’s Message Leaves All Laughing and Sympathetic

It was already a picturesque afternoon at Dodger Stadium—sunny, cool, the stands buzzing with anticipation—but what unfolded moments before the first pitch against the San Francisco Giants transformed a routine pregame warmup into one of the most memorable, heartfelt, and unexpectedly hilarious moments of the season. Shohei Ohtani, the transcendent two-way superstar and quiet heartbeat of the Los Angeles Dodgers, was the center of a celebration that no one—not fans, teammates, coaches, or Ohtani himself—will soon forget.

Word had spread in the clubhouse earlier in the day that something big was coming. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts had gathered the team in a closed-door meeting shortly after batting practice and told them, cryptically, that they would be pausing the pregame routine for a “special family announcement.” Few details were given, but with Ohtani seated near the front of the room and his fiancée and family quietly entering through a side door, it didn’t take long for the players to connect the dots.

Ohtani’s relationship had largely remained private, even after his surprise engagement announcement earlier in the year. His fiancée, known only by her first name publicly, Yumi, had made few public appearances. But on this day, flanked by Ohtani’s parents and her own family, Yumi stepped onto the warning track just before the national anthem, holding a small microphone and a wide grin that suggested something joyful—and possibly mischievous—was in store.

With the entire Dodgers roster gathered around near the dugout, cameras rolling and fans craning to catch any detail, Yumi made the announcement that brought cheers cascading across Chavez Ravine.

“We’re thrilled to share,” she said, her voice trembling slightly from nerves and emotion, “that Shohei is going to be a dad. And not just once, but twice… We’re nine weeks pregnant with twins!”

A beat of stunned silence followed. Then, an eruption of cheers. Mookie Betts launched his cap in the air. Freddie Freeman started clapping so hard his sunglasses nearly fell off. Clayton Kershaw, seated on a cooler, just laughed and shook his head in amazement. The typically stoic Ohtani, standing beside Yumi, looked visibly overwhelmed—smiling, turning slightly red, and then burying his face in his glove for a moment as the crowd gave him a standing ovation.

But the moment that truly stole the show—and triggered a wave of laughter and collective sympathy—was the follow-up line from Yumi. Holding up a small card, she read:

“We just want to thank everyone for the support. And Shohei wants you all to know he’s ready for this… as soon as he figures out how to change a diaper without passing out.”

The players roared with laughter. Even Ohtani, caught completely off guard, bent over in mock embarrassment. Will Smith jokingly held his chest and stumbled backward. Betts had tears in his eyes from laughing, and Roberts had to wipe his own before offering a quick congratulations over the stadium microphone.

It was a perfectly delivered line, the kind that broke through the usually reserved atmosphere surrounding Ohtani’s personal life and showed a very human, very relatable side of baseball’s brightest star. His fiancée’s comedic timing only added to the sense that this was more than a typical announcement—it was a celebration of new beginnings and the bond between a player, his family, and his team.

Yumi and the families stayed for the game, sitting just behind the Dodgers dugout. Cameras occasionally panned to their section, where Yumi was seen laughing and holding hands with Ohtani’s mother while fielding congratulations from team staff and fans alike. Even with the game underway, the air in the stadium felt lighter, warmer. Every time Ohtani stepped up to bat or jogged out to the field, fans gave him standing ovations and chanted, “Daddy Shohei!”

After the game—a Dodgers win that seemed destined from the moment the announcement was made—Ohtani spoke briefly to reporters, clearly still adjusting to the reality of what had just unfolded.

“I didn’t know she was going to say that last part,” he said, smiling. “But… it’s true. I’m terrified of diapers. Terrified.”

Asked how he felt about the prospect of twins, Ohtani exhaled deeply and chuckled.

“Double the love. Double the joy. And maybe double the sleep deprivation,” he said. “But I’m grateful. I really am. I love this team. I love my family. I never thought I would get a moment like that… not on a baseball field. It was unforgettable.”

Several Dodgers players praised the moment as one of the most special in their careers, regardless of what they’d achieved on the field.

“I’ve seen walk-offs, I’ve seen no-hitters,” said Kershaw. “But seeing a guy like Shohei—who works so hard, who says so little—just absolutely beamed with pride and vulnerability like that… it was powerful. We love that guy.”

Freeman added, “The best part? He’s about to get introduced to a different kind of curveball—parenthood. He’ll figure it out, though. And we’ll be here for him.”

The Dodgers organization also leaned into the celebration on social media. The team’s official X (formerly Twitter) account posted a video of the announcement and included a lighthearted caption: “Starting lineup change: Ohtani… now batting for Team Dad, times TWO.”

Shohei’s agent later confirmed that the couple was expecting fraternal twins, due sometime in January—just in time for the offseason. Ohtani’s schedule had already been carefully managed since his elbow surgery last year, with the team planning his innings and at-bats to preserve his longevity. Now, it looks like the Dodgers’ medical staff will be coordinating with pediatricians as well.

In the hours that followed, the announcement made waves far beyond the diamond. Japanese media outlets picked up the story immediately, with the Tokyo Broadcasting System running wall-to-wall segments celebrating the news. Ohtani remains a national icon in Japan, and this latest chapter in his story has only strengthened the bond he shares with fans there. Social media exploded with well-wishes in English and Japanese, and “#OhtaniTwins” trended worldwide within the hour.

As for Yumi’s message about diapers, it became an instant meme. Teammates and fans alike began playfully suggesting baby gear endorsements, and one company already offered Ohtani a seven-figure deal to be the face of their “Dad Starter Pack.”

The off-the-field joy may not impact the standings, but it undeniably added a spark to the Dodgers’ clubhouse. In a sport often defined by superstition and routine, moments of raw emotion like this remind everyone—players and fans alike—why they love the game.

No one knows what kind of father Shohei Ohtani will be just yet. But if the way he approaches baseball is any indication—with discipline, humility, and a quiet but unmistakable intensity—his kids are in for a beautiful journey. And judging by the laughter from his fiancée’s message, they’ll also grow up in a home full of joy and humanity.

For now, the Dodgers have one more reason to rally behind their superstar—and Ohtani has a lot more to play for than just October glory. In a season filled with promise, this was a moment of pure life, humor, and hope—right at the heart of America’s pastime.