Something unexpectedly happened during the Dodgers versus Yankees game at Dodger Stadium on May 31, 2025. Having won the game 18-2, the Los Angeles Dodgers took command. But among all the frenzy, fans saw something funny and touching. On television, Dodger star Shohei Ohtani was observed taking a nap in the dugout. This little occurrence quickly went across the internet and produced numerous hilarious fan responses.
Shohei Ohtani was seen resting during the Dodgers' blowout game
Shohei Ohtani is well-known as one of baseball's most committed and talented players. But fans saw a quite different side of him during the May 31 game.
In the middle of the Dodgers’ huge lead against the New York Yankees, a video showed Ohtani quietly sitting with his eyes closed in the dugout. It looked like he may have fallen asleep, and the internet loved it.
The clip was first shared by Dodgers Nation reporter Doug McKain on X.com (formerly Twitter). In the post, @DMAC_LA wrote, “Shohei Ohtani really took a nap in the middle of the Dodgers' 18-2 win.” The post quickly went viral. Fans couldn’t stop laughing and sharing the video.
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After the video went viral, fans across the internet started posting their reactions.
Here’s some of the fan reactions:
One user wrote,
“Omg is this real lol?” while another added,
“Can you blame him..? "Being a girl dad is hard work.” That comment referred to Shohei Ohtani’s recent life updates, as he has been enjoying time with his young daughter.
Another person jokes,
“The new meme we have been waiting for.” Many fans agreed that the video showed how relatable Ohtani is, even though he’s a global superstar. Some even said the moment made them love him more.
This moment reminded fans that athletes are just like everyone else. Even the biggest stars need to rest sometimes. Since the Dodgers were clearly dominating the Yankees in the game, Ohtani may have just felt relaxed enough to close his eyes for a bit.
While the Dodgers crushed their opponents on the field, it was Shohei Ohtani’s quiet moment that stole the show off the field. Fans will likely be sharing this video for a long time as a funny and sweet memory.
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