Dodgers’ new star Shohei Ohtani demonstrated his generosity by gifting teammate Joe Kelly a Porsche in exchange for his No. 17 jersey. The kind gesture highlights Ohtani’s character and the team spirit within the Dodgers.
Joe Kelly agreed to hand over his No. 17 jersey to Ohtani, who surprised Kelly with a brand-new Porsche as a token of appreciation.
On Instagram, the heartwarming moment was shared by Joe Kelly’s wife, Ashley. In a delightful video, Ashley discovers the luxury car in their driveway, gifted by Ohtani in a grand gesture of gratitude.
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Ashley had previously launched a playful #Ohtake17 campaign to attract Ohtani to the Dodgers. Joe Kelly humorously commented on relinquishing his jersey number, joking about Ohtani’s potential Hall of Fame career and his proximity to such an honour.
Despite Kelly’s lighthearted remarks about having a list of demands for the jersey number, it’s clear that Ohtani’s Porsche gift was a significant show of generosity, particularly following his massive $700 million contract signing. This exchange underscores the positive team dynamics and Ohtani’s appreciation for his teammates as the Dodgers prepare for the upcoming season.
