Eyes were on World Series MVP Freddie Freeman during the Parade of Champions on Friday.
But “MVP” also means “Most Valuable Pet,” and that honor goes to Shohei Ohtani’s dog, who charmed the fans gathered in downtown Los Angeles.
Decoy, a Kooikerhondje, was in the front row of this celebration of the Dodgers’ eighth title, in front of a crowd estimated at 150,000 people according to the police force. Accompanied by his wife Mamiko, Ohtani hugged his dog.
“I’m amazed at how many supporters are here,” Ohtani said through a translator. “It’s been an incredible year. I’m so happy to have been able to contribute to this. Everyone has been so welcoming. »
Among the seven double-decker buses filled with players, coaches and their respective families, manager Dave Roberts lifted the commissioner’s trophy.
“It’s incredible! The whole of LA really responded,” exclaimed Freeman.
“It’s the best event I’ve ever been a part of,” added Clayton Kershaw. “I have never seen so many people in my entire life. »
Shirtless, Kike Hernandez hung at the front of a bus with a beer in his hand, while others smoked cigars. Walker Buehler, who pitched in the ninth inning of the deciding game, used a beer funnel while wearing an Orel Hershiser jersey from the 1988 championship.
The Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees in five games, capping the title with a 7-6 victory Wednesday in the Bronx.
The journey began at Gloria Molina Grand Park for about forty minutes towards Dodger Stadium, where thousands of other fans awaited the arrival of the team while watching TV monitors.
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