An Open Letter from Shohei Ohtani to Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Fans, and the Entire Los Angeles Dodgers Community.
Dear Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Dodgers Fans, and the Entire Dodgers Community,
I hope this letter finds you all in good health and high spirits. It’s truly an honor to be able to write this to such a passionate and dedicated fan base, and I want to express my deepest gratitude for the warm welcome and unwavering support you’ve shown me since I joined the Dodgers.
First and foremost, I want to extend my respect and admiration to Vladimir Guerrero Jr., one of the most electrifying players in the game today. Vladimir, I’ve always had tremendous respect for your talent, work ethic, and passion for the game. You’ve proven yourself to be a force on the field, and I look forward to seeing your continued growth as a player. While we compete against each other, there’s always mutual respect for the talent that exists in every player we face. I hope we continue to inspire each other as we grow in our respective journeys.
To the incredible Dodgers fans: you are truly the heartbeat of this team. The energy, dedication, and love you bring to the ballpark every day make this place feel like home. I’ve been fortunate to play in front of fans who truly understand the game and appreciate the effort that goes into each play. Your support is not only felt on the field but also motivates me to give my best every time I step onto the mound or into the batter’s box. You make Los Angeles feel like the center of baseball, and I promise to give you everything I’ve got as we work together toward our ultimate goal.
Finally, to the entire Dodgers organization: I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a storied franchise. From the front office to the coaching staff and my teammates, I’ve felt nothing but support and camaraderie. The Dodgers represent excellence both on and off the field, and it is an honor to contribute to that legacy. The road ahead is long, but I have no doubt that, together, we have what it takes to achieve greatness.
In closing, thank you again to Vladimir, the fans, and the entire Dodgers community. I look forward to the challenges and triumphs ahead, knowing that we are all in this together, pushing for success and chasing greatness.
With deep gratitude and respect,
Shohei Ohtani
