{"id":475417,"date":"2025-06-24T14:08:41","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T06:08:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=475417"},"modified":"2025-06-24T14:08:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T06:08:42","slug":"shohei-ohtani-exclusive-yu-gi-oh-card-dog-decoy-la-dodgers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2025\/06\/24\/shohei-ohtani-exclusive-yu-gi-oh-card-dog-decoy-la-dodgers\/","title":{"rendered":"Shohei Ohtani Unveils Exclusive Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Featuring His Beloved Dog Decoy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Japanese MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani has revealed a unique collaboration that combines his beloved pet dog, Decoy, with the renowned Japanese manga and trading card game, Yu-Gi-Oh!. This special, one-of-a-kind card was unveiled through Ohtani\u2019s Instagram, where he shared a video opening a mysterious black box from KONAMI, the creators of Yu-Gi-Oh!.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inside the box was a beautifully illustrated card featuring Decoy wearing an LA Dodgers uniform\u2014the same outfit the dog wore during the ceremonial first pitch at the 28 August 2024 game against the Baltimore Orioles. The card\u2019s stats are modest, with both attack and defense set at 50, but the description tells a captivating story:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cA divine angel who descended upon the sacred mound. Performing a special ritual called Shikyuushiki alongside his partner, he enchants people with his elegant fur and adorable appearance. The ritual concludes with a high-five. The showtime with his partner continues onward\u2014.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This card was specially made for Ohtani and is unlikely to see a commercial release, making it a rare collector\u2019s item and a heartfelt tribute to the bond between the baseball star and his canine companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In other news, read about Shohei Ohtani Rookie Card: Top Picks in the Collector\u2019s Market<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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