Shohei Ohtani has become one of the most outstanding players in Major League Baseball, a total idol in Los Angeles, so it is not surprising that he won the National League MVP, his third consecutive individual award.

The Japanese ace arrived in New York to celebrate another historic year in his career, but it was his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, who ended up stealing the spotlight. In one of her few public appearances, the former Japanese basketball player captivated fans and media during the BBWAA gala.

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A special night for Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers

The 2025 season once again confirmed the dominance of Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball. The Los Angeles team was crowned World Series champion after defeating Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Toronto Blue Jays 4-3, becoming the first back-to-back champion since the late 1990s Yankees.

Individually, Ohtani had another outstanding campaign. He hit 55 home runs, drove in 102 runs and had 172 hits in 611 at-bats. He also returned to the mound in 14 appearances, posting a 2.87 ERA. These numbers led him to win his third consecutive National League MVP, establishing him as the great figure of MLB.

Mamiko Tanaka, the guest who caught everyone’s eye

The 101st edition of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America (BBWAA) Gala seemed to be all about Ohtani, but Mamiko Tanaka stole the spotlight. Dressed in an elegant one-shoulder navy blue dress, paired with black sneakers and understated jewelry, Tanaka stood out for her poise and elegance.

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Mamiko Tanaka is a former professional basketball player in Japan. She was part of the Japanese professional circuit and stood out for her height and competitive mentality. In 2024, she married Shohei Ohtani and has since kept a low profile, appearing in public only on rare occasions, which has further piqued the interest of fans whenever she accompanies the MLB star to major events.

The couple married in February 2024 and, months later, welcomed their first daughter. Even their dog, Decoy, was a star in New York when he received the Most Valuable Dog award, adding a family touch to the evening.

The couple’s appearance did not go unnoticed among MLB fans and Dodgers followers. On social media, comments quickly multiplied, highlighting the chemistry and presence of both.