Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series for the second straight year, beating the Toronto Blue Jays in a classic showdown that went all the way to Game 7.
The Dodgers looked to be in trouble in the do-or-die Game 7 when they trailed 3-0 in the third inning after Bo Bichette fired off a three-run home run off Ohtani. However, they clawed their way back, with Miguel Rojas tying the game in the top of the ninth inning to force extra innings.
Will Smith sealed the deal for the Dodgers with a solo shot in the 11th inning, giving them the 5-4 victory and the World Series title.
During the game, though, it was not only the players who grabbed the attention of fans. Even the wives of the players took center stage, with Ohtani’s wife in particular sparking plenty of buzz.
Mamiko Tanaka, who married Ohtani in 2024, attended the game and turned heads after Chelsea Freeman — the wife of first baseman Freddie Freeman — posted a photo of them along with the other Dodgers WAGs.
On Monday, two days after Game 7 of the World Series, the Dodgers held their championship parade in L.A. This time, Tanaka made headlines once again for her gesture toward her husband.
During the parade, Tanaka was seen trying her best to capture photos and videos of Ohtani celebrating. Fans took notice of her actions and quickly shared their reactions on social media.
“mamiko doing her best to record shohei, so cute and so extra haha,” a commenter wrote. Another one said, “thankyou for all the efforts mamiko.”
“She’s a real one frr,” a fan added. An X user stated, “she was doing it for his ig. So cute.”
“Apple should give Mamiko the 17 Pro Max,” a supporter joked on Instagram. A sixth follower remarked, “Ohtanis wife is running the show. He listens to her.”
It’s not the only reason Tanaka trended online during the parade. Another video showed her laughing at a fan sign that read, “SHOHEI OHTANI MARRY MY MOM.”
Viewers loved her candid reaction, with many joking about the sign as well and joining in on the laughter.
