Shohei Ohtani stuns Dodgers -- and many around the world -- with marriage announcement

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani smiles in the dugout before a spring training baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, in Surprise, Ariz. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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By Associated Press

February 29, 2024 at 8:15 AM UTC

Updated on

February 29, 2024 at 10:45 PM UTC

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani stunned the Los Angeles Dodgers — and many around the world — with his marriage announcement on Thursday, so manager Dave Roberts said any gift the team gives the two-time MVP would be like most of the money in his contract: deferred.

“I'm very happy for him and his bride,” Roberts said, smiling. “As far as wedding gifts, we got surprised and didn't have much time to think about it. I'm sure it's en route.”