Shohei Ohtani signed a baseball for 100-year-old Momoyo Kelly, a survivor of the 1945 atomic bombing of Nagasaki, during a pregame workout at Coors Field. The encounter took place before the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Colorado Rockies and was marked by its emotional significance.
The gesture underscored a moment of connection between Ohtani, one of baseball's most prominent figures, and Kelly, whose life has spanned a century of history. Ohtani's act was seen as a symbol of respect and remembrance, bridging generations and honoring Kelly's resilience.
Sources: https://nypost.com/2026/04/18/sports/shohei-ohtani-signs-ball-for-100-year-old-nagasaki-survivor/