It was Ohtani's wife's idea to invite someone like this kid instead of herself throwing the first pitch. So beautiful moments created by the people with beautiful hearts.
Actually it was Shohei’s idea to give the opportunity to someone else than his wife and asked Mariko if it would be okay, then she thought it was good idea. Upon couple of options she decided for him. That’s the detailed order 😊
According to Japanese media, it's Dodger's tradition to let a family member throw the first pitch on the player's bobblehead night but Shohei and Mamiko discussed it and preferred that the opportunity be given to a kid who loves baseball but doesn't have much of an opportunity to watch the game live like Albert. Kudos to the Ohtanis for thinking bigger.❤
Ohtani is a great ambassador for the game. He is an elite athlete yet remains humble and down-to-earth. You can see the joy when he’s on the field. And people like that genuineness.
You're so right. He's raised the level of the game also. Pitchers have to be very careful throwing to him, since one mistake can go second deck. Plus the way he gets ovations when he homers in other stadiums just shows that he is enriching all the teams.
Whether you like him as a player or not, you have to admire what a kind-hearted, genuine guy Shohei is and how much he brings to the game both on and off the field. This is a beautiful moment!
It was the Shohey's bobblehead night. Usually, the player's family throws the first pitch, thus Shohey's wife was scheduled to throw. But, Shohey and his wife decided to give up the opportunity for the kid. It's super nice kindness, but no surprise as the way of the Ohtani family.
Albert's happy face is priceless!!😃 Shohei's smile is priceless too!! Shohei loves loving kids, and as he said, he wants every kid to have a dream, like he did when he was still small.
Shohei Ohtani is the GOAT. Not only is he arguably the greatest player of all time, but he's the most humble, and most giving and caring player to add to is. He's never acted or believed he's above the game, or deserved anything more, he just works hard and always gives back. He's the Greatest Of All Time, hands down, no second thoughts. The guy is a role model everyone should look up to.
Wishing Albert and his family all the best and a long, full life for Albert. Shohei Ohtani once again showing us why he's more than just a great ball player, he's a great person.
It's especially moving because you can tell he's not just doing it as an obligation but because he's got a kind heart. His smile and gestures toward the kid all seemed genuine.
The strong heart that endured meeting the world's greatest superstar and making the first pitch in front of 50,000 people will be ready for anything in the future.
Fun fact, the Dodgers initially asked Ohtani if his wife could throw the first pitch for the game, it’s Ohtani’s day after all. Instead, Ohtani felt that this opportunity should go to someone else especially some kid who hopes for the dream in baseball. So he rejected putting his wife in field. It shows how caring and thoughtful Ohtani truly is. The city and the team deserve the man.
Los Dodgers han sido mi equipo favorito desde jovencita, fuí a San Francisco para hacer mi sueño realidad y no fue posible, ví jugar a los Gigantes contra los Padres de San Diego, ya tengo 76 años y me conformo verlos en la televisión, no me pierdo ningún partido de ellos, los tengo grabados en mi corazón ❤️, saludos desde La Paz Baja California Sur..
I’m not a huge fan of baseball, although I do like it and watch it. But this guy is such a class act and makes me feel so good about the world. I love how he seems to genuinely care about his fans and wants to give back to them.
You can see how strong, dedicated and relentlessly optimistic his mum has been all his life, and how much love she has for her son. This experience meant as much for her as it does for Albert. She is the definition of a strong woman!
Some people may say this is a way to gain goodwill, while others may say it's unfair. But one thing is certain: a great player gave this boy and his family an experience they will never forget. It cannot be changed into anything.
This video brought tears to my eyes. It’s very inspiring to see a Ohtani make this kids day, just by being there for him. The VERY BEST of luck to this young man.
There aren't to many people worth looking up to but Shohei is a solid role model for kids that if you work hard, love what you do, and are humble you'll go places.
This is the standard all celebrities should be held to. Not spending & wasting millions & rubbing it in people's faces. Look at the sheer & constant joy in this boy's face. It's so depressing when u see someone staring at their phone, with no care nor clue what's going on while sitting in expensive seats at sporting events.
It was Ohtani's wife's idea to invite someone like this kid instead of herself throwing the first pitch. So beautiful moments created by the people with beautiful hearts.한국에서 잘보고있습니다
It was Ohtanis idea to give it to someone else than his wife when approached by the Dodgers. Then the couple discussed out of several option and she decided Albert would be the best option.
Beginning to think how his translator was actually the one holding ohtani back from evolving his English given his own self serving interests and Ohtani finding out..
Japanese people are generally very hesitant to speak english. I guess when he becomes a lot more comfortable in his speaking skills, he'll eventually do so.
There are also youtube shorts showing him speaking english to umpires, players, staff, etc. He also stated that he understood everything when Ippei's gambling and theft news was addressed in English during the team meeting. Also, he may be slower and less clear in English. therefore, he speaks Japanese on interviews.
Ichiro made a big impact when he got to MLB, but Ohtani has had an exponentially bigger impact on baseball. When he got booed in Toronto back in April, everyone in the crowd went from "Boo!" to "Oooohhh!" off the crack of his bat because they knew it was going out and then the cheers came.
What an incredible young man. Glad he got to experience such an incredible experience. Seeing the pure shock and joy really warmed my heart. An experience he will never forget.
It was Ohtani's wife's idea to invite someone like this kid instead of herself throwing the first pitch.
So beautiful moments created by the people with beautiful hearts.
but we still need her to throw a first pitch 😂
...and that is why Mamiko Tanaka is the BEST MAMI...
perfect couple
Actually it was Shohei’s idea to give the opportunity to someone else than his wife and asked Mariko if it would be okay, then she thought it was good idea. Upon couple of options she decided for him. That’s the detailed order 😊
ohtanii rocks!
According to Japanese media, it's Dodger's tradition to let a family member throw the first pitch on the player's bobblehead night but Shohei and Mamiko discussed it and preferred that the opportunity be given to a kid who loves baseball but doesn't have much of an opportunity to watch the game live like Albert. Kudos to the Ohtanis for thinking bigger.❤
크..
ohtani rocks!
Beautiful...
すごいの人ね… 大谷翔平選手＆ワイフ
It’s a blessing for that young man to meet his favorite baseball player Shohei
The expression on the child's face when Ohtani walked out priceless.
He's a great ambassador for baseball. Shohei is one cool dude
there was 1 blogger after the Dodgers won, that criticized SO....I wanted to add my 2c in support of SO but censors probably catch it.
Ohtani is a great ambassador for the game. He is an elite athlete yet remains humble and down-to-earth. You can see the joy when he’s on the field. And people like that genuineness.
You're so right. He's raised the level of the game also. Pitchers have to be very careful throwing to him, since one mistake can go second deck. Plus the way he gets ovations when he homers in other stadiums just shows that he is enriching all the teams.
yea - that's the way to show the kids how to be a humble person. What a role model.
Is anybody gonna talk about how Shohei scooped the pitch and framed it? This guy could probably be starting catcher if he wanted to
Of course😏👍
he could frame a dirt pitch into a strike i bet
Maybe he can play catcher AND pitcher so he frames all his pitches as strikes. If any man can do it, Ohtani can!
@@DavisBlank if anybody can do it its Shotime 😂
Imagine if you can clone Shohei, lol. Unbeatable team.
It's a great privilege for professional players to give happiness to people, especially children.
Whether you like him as a player or not, you have to admire what a kind-hearted, genuine guy Shohei is and how much he brings to the game both on and off the field. This is a beautiful moment!
It was the Shohey's bobblehead night. Usually, the player's family throws the first pitch, thus Shohey's wife was scheduled to throw. But, Shohey and his wife decided to give up the opportunity for the kid. It's super nice kindness, but no surprise as the way of the Ohtani family.
It would seem nearly impossible to find all those great qualities embodied in one player. And yet there was such a player in Shohei Ohtani.
It's crazy how much Ohtani has brought to LA already
It’s the least he could do billion dollar man
@@Tony-fromBrooklyn perhaps, but there are alot alot of rich people, what have they done......
@@Mark-te8ky same things Shohei does
@@Tony-fromBrooklynThe world's biggest idiot
Don’t think many of them have deferred such a large portion of their pay cheque to help their team become more competitive 😂😂
Albert's happy face is priceless!!😃 Shohei's smile is priceless too!!
Shohei loves loving kids, and as he said, he wants every kid to have a dream, like he did when he was still small.
Shohei Ohtani is the GOAT. Not only is he arguably the greatest player of all time, but he's the most humble, and most giving and caring player to add to is. He's never acted or believed he's above the game, or deserved anything more, he just works hard and always gives back. He's the Greatest Of All Time, hands down, no second thoughts. The guy is a role model everyone should look up to.
Wishing Albert and his family all the best and a long, full life for Albert. Shohei Ohtani once again showing us why he's more than just a great ball player, he's a great person.
All facts and just here to co-sign a great post 💯
The smile on his face can light up the entire room.
Wishing Albert a long fulfilling life and may he become a future Dodger #DodgerBlue
I’m deeply moved by Shohei Ohtani’s thoughtful gesture.
It's especially moving because you can tell he's not just doing it as an obligation but because he's got a kind heart. His smile and gestures toward the kid all seemed genuine.
more than genuine
Shohei is the greatest baseball player of all time, both on and off the field.
Look at Ohtani man, so inspirational.
*curry is currently crying in the corner*
The strong heart that endured meeting the world's greatest superstar and making the first pitch in front of 50,000 people will be ready for anything in the future.
Im just happy how Ohtani is a humble player 😊
Fun fact, the Dodgers initially asked Ohtani if his wife could throw the first pitch for the game, it’s Ohtani’s day after all. Instead, Ohtani felt that this opportunity should go to someone else especially some kid who hopes for the dream in baseball. So he rejected putting his wife in field. It shows how caring and thoughtful Ohtani truly is. The city and the team deserve the man.
Los Dodgers han sido mi equipo favorito desde jovencita, fuí a San Francisco para hacer mi sueño realidad y no fue posible, ví jugar a los Gigantes contra los Padres de San Diego, ya tengo 76 años y me conformo verlos en la televisión, no me pierdo ningún partido de ellos, los tengo grabados en mi corazón ❤️, saludos desde La Paz Baja California Sur..
@@virginiavelez844you shall get to a dodgers game one day!!!!
The look on Albert’s face when Shohei walked in is absolutely priceless ❤ May God protect you and your heart. ❤️
Yes love it. He will remember this for the rest of his life
No matter what difficulties may befall him in the future, this boy will survive.
I salute Mr. Otani and all those involved for their efforts.
That mom deserves a lot of credit!
All you need is God.
the mom? how about the doctors and healthcare workers that save him lol
and everyone who supported Albert on his journey. As a fellow heart patient, I hope he stays healthy and keep striving to achieve his dream.
100%.
Ohtani unites people! He's great
That kid will remember this moment for a long, long time. LET'S GO DODGERS!
He’ll remember it for his whole life!
Shohei was super lucky to have the chance to meet that young man.
I’m not a huge fan of baseball, although I do like it and watch it. But this guy is such a class act and makes me feel so good about the world. I love how he seems to genuinely care about his fans and wants to give back to them.
Calling it now. Years later this kid will make his mlb debut and will credit shohei for that success!
I wanna see retired Shohei throwing the first pitch to Albert on his 1st day in MLB as a starting pitcher
You can see how strong, dedicated and relentlessly optimistic his mum has been all his life, and how much love she has for her son. This experience meant as much for her as it does for Albert. She is the definition of a strong woman!
😂
greatest player of all time
Congratulations to albert, what a great journey for a kid. That look on his face at 1:44 was everything
Some people may say this is a way to gain goodwill, while others may say it's unfair. But one thing is certain: a great player gave this boy and his family an experience they will never forget. It cannot be changed into anything.
SHOHEI is our Hero.
It must have been an unforgettable day for the boy.
Shohei is the GOAT, on the and off the field...young man will never forget that day.
This video brought tears to my eyes. It’s very inspiring to see a Ohtani make this kids day, just by being there for him. The VERY BEST of luck to this young man.
God blessed his heart ❤
That’s the power of sports, players may earn millions but moments like that are priceless 😁
I’m not crying, you’re crying🥹🥹🥹
I’m not crying, it was the damn onion truck driving by.
this made me cry!!! tough old broad here...
IKR me too haha
Me too
There aren't to many people worth looking up to but Shohei is a solid role model for kids that if you work hard, love what you do, and are humble you'll go places.
Shoei ohtani is even a better person than a player. 💙💙💙
Congratulations to Albert . On graduation middle school ❤❤
We could very well see this young man in the MLB one day. These moments matter.
Thank you Dodgers. You provided me another reason to be proud of being a Dodgers fan!😢
Dear Albert, Best wishes & keep growing stronger daily. Bless you & your family. Go Dodgers!
The world needs more of this. ❤
Even the catch from Ohtani was elite. But way the go Albert, keep fighting 💪
Shohei Ohtani - many talents on the field and a class act everywhere he goes.
Sho a good man
This is the standard all celebrities should be held to. Not spending & wasting millions & rubbing it in people's faces. Look at the sheer & constant joy in this boy's face. It's so depressing when u see someone staring at their phone, with no care nor clue what's going on while sitting in expensive seats at sporting events.
Shohei only cares about inspiring more younger baseball players in Japan to join MLB than showing off lavish lifestyle like a lot of celebrities.
Can we talk about how gorgeous the Mom is?! What a beautiful person inside and outside!!!
The kids mom is a powerhouse.
Prayers and Blessings to the young man
Absolutely beautiful human beings.
彼とその家族の皆さんがこれから沢山の幸せに恵まれますように🥹
seems like hes a fighter! so will do fine!
Albert, you're a hero!!!! So glad you had this opportunity of a lifetime :)
Your smile and your family's smiles are so wonderful. From Japan with love.🇺🇸🇯🇵
Albert's big smile makes us all happy.
Deeply moved - many blessing to this young man and more ❤❤
ショーバン ショートバウンドしっかり受け止める大谷さんナイス
This is beautiful ❤ Shohei bringing smiles to everyone’s faces 💙
Such a wholesome moment! I love my Dodgers and I love Shohei! 💙👏🏻
Happiness all around
nah this kid gonna have the coolest story to tell people throughout his life
grandchildren gonna be tired of hearing it 😂
"Nervous?" I knew he could speak english!! 😜 Doesn't take much to be a kind human being.
Don’t tell the journalists, it allows him to keep them at arms length 😂😂
こんなの見たら泣いちゃうよ
Omg ! That was so adorable ! He got to meet his idol !! Congratulations Albert you totally deserved it !! 💙
God bless this boy and his family.😊
Otani left the angels this year, still remains as a angel
❤❤❤😊
It was Ohtani's wife's idea to invite someone like this kid instead of herself throwing the first pitch.
So beautiful moments created by the people with beautiful hearts.한국에서 잘보고있습니다
It was Ohtanis idea to give it to someone else than his wife when approached by the Dodgers. Then the couple discussed out of several option and she decided Albert would be the best option.
It's great to encourage people who have lost their energy. Ohtani's great success will foster the dreams of children.
he's perfect in every way
The way the his mouth open made me happy and smile. He got starstruck, saw the best player in the world, and why wouldn't he be?
God bless this kid………❤✝️✝️✝️
People who have dreams can give others dreams.
Everyday is exciting in the last 5 months. I’m hopeful everyday waking up.
Congrats, Albert!
spirit of a lion...heart of gold
この世で一番価値のあることは「子供に夢を与えること」だと思う。
It's the first time hearing Shohei speak in English and his pronunciation is good and clear. Would like to see him answer in English when he can.
Beginning to think how his translator was actually the one holding ohtani back from evolving his English given his own self serving interests and Ohtani finding out..
Japanese people are generally very hesitant to speak english. I guess when he becomes a lot more comfortable in his speaking skills, he'll eventually do so.
There are also youtube shorts showing him speaking english to umpires, players, staff, etc. He also stated that he understood everything when Ippei's gambling and theft news was addressed in English during the team meeting. Also, he may be slower and less clear in English. therefore, he speaks Japanese on interviews.
Ichiro made a big impact when he got to MLB, but Ohtani has had an exponentially bigger impact on baseball. When he got booed in Toronto back in April, everyone in the crowd went from "Boo!" to "Oooohhh!" off the crack of his bat because they knew it was going out and then the cheers came.
Magnificent story, all the best to Albert and his family!
彼のリアクションで、こちらまで嬉しくなる
この機会を与えてくれた人々に感謝を
感動しました。
とても素晴らしい企画でしたね。
アルバートくん、とても明るく笑顔が素敵で、大谷選手との出会いの瞬間の顔が印象的でした。
大谷選手もアルバートくんから素敵な笑顔や気持ちをもらったのではないでしょうか？目線を下げて同じ目線で声掛けしている姿も素敵です。
ご家族、ドジャース関係者、ファンの皆様三方よしの企画、素敵でした。お母さんも色々ご苦労あったと思います。きっとこれから良い事が沢山あります。幸あれ😊
Great pitch Albert, you threw from the mound!!
This was a beautiful moment
Too Beautiful for words!
大谷は超一流の選手だけど、人間的にも超一流ですね。
Love this video so much. Albert is a true inspiration. Good on Sho for giving this kid a truly special memory.
What a great role model
This stuff always makes me cry. And I’m a 32 y.o. man.
Same here… I’m also 32
I am 54 and in tears :))
I was at the game it was awesome, his first pitch wasn’t bad either!
I love this. And that's coming from a lifelong Met fan.
That is so awesome! What a dream come true for Albert. God bless his heath and life 🙏
Such a great story 🦄🤴💙🙏👍🫶
Simply beautiful in every way. ❤
What an incredible young man. Glad he got to experience such an incredible experience. Seeing the pure shock and joy really warmed my heart. An experience he will never forget.
To come so far and to meet your all time favorite player. Such a beautiful moment he will never forget.
Love that Ohtani caught his pitch, extra special for this sweet boy.❤