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Ohtani Steps Away for the Birth of His Second Child, and Japan Talks Paternity Leave
Shohei Ohtani stepped out of the lineup against the Orioles for the birth of his and Mamiko's second child. Japanese netizens cheered, but in characteristic 2ch fashion the celebration quickly turned into 'pass on those elite genes' self-deprecation, worry about the pressure a superstar's child will carry, and a wider lament that 'Japan's work culture would never allow' such leave. Note: outlets differed on whether the birth had occurred and whether he was on the official paternity list.