Dodgers Celebrate Ohtani with Bobblehead Night

Shohei Ohtani and his dog, Decoy, stole the show during a special bobblehead night at Dodger Stadium, where 40,000 fans received memorabilia featuring both of them. Decoy, a Dutch Kooikerhondje, participated in a ceremonial first pitch, running to Ohtani with the baseball in his mouth, much to the delight of fans. Ohtani then celebrated the occasion by hitting a leadoff home run in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles, marking his 42nd homer of the season. This event highlighted Ohtani's impressive pursuit of joining the 50/50 club, having already achieved 40 stolen bases. Fans began lining up early in the morning, reflecting the high demand for the bobbleheads and the excitement surrounding the event. Dodger manager Dave Roberts praised the enthusiasm surrounding Ohtani and the promotional event, emphasizing the impact of his and Decoy's popularity on the Dodgers.