On March 27, Major League Baseball (MLB) shared a new anime-style video titled "Heroes of the Game" on its official Instagram, capturing attention worldwide. The approximately one-minute video features Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers alongside other MLB stars in dynamic, animated form.

Collaboration with Top Anime Talent

According to MLB, the video was created in collaboration with renowned anime creators known for their work on iconic series such as ONE PIECE and Fullmetal Alchemist. Impressively, every scene in the video is hand-drawn, showcasing the meticulous artistry of the animation team.

Ohtani Like You’ve Never Seen Him Before

The video highlights Ohtani delivering a thunderous pitch soaring into space and batting at light-speed, while other MLB stars such as Paul Skenes (Pirates), Aaron Judge (Yankees), and Juan Soto (Mets) also make powerful appearances. In the final moments, Mike Trout (Angels) and Bryce Harper (Phillies) are featured as well.

Fans React with Enthusiasm

The anime short has sparked a wave of praise online, with comments like:

“ONE PIECE and Fullmetal Alchemist?! No wonder it looks amazing.”

“This is incredible!”

“Even in anime form, Ohtani is too cool!”

“The BGM is by Ado!!!”

The collaboration has not only bridged sports and anime fandoms but elevated the excitement for MLB's global appeal.

Source : ORICON NEWS