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Shohei Ohtani’s MVP TV Moment Sparks Debate After He Kisses His Dog, Not Wife

After being named unanimous NL MVP again, Ohtani kissed his dog, Decoy, on camera—prompting playful takes and culture-war jabs. “Power move,” one fan laughed; another contrasted him with Aaron Judge. Critics questioned the marriage, but others offered context: “You don’t know Japanese culture… they don’t kiss on TV.” The clip overshadowed the Dodgers star’s fourth MVP of his career.