Original black-and-white charcoal painting by Dave Hobrecht.
This joyful portrait captures the moment Shohei Ohtani officially became a Los Angeles Dodger. Pen in hand, Ohtani signs the paperwork that made it official, sharing a warm, happy moment with Dodgers owner and chairman Mark Walter. The smiles on both faces show the excitement of a deal that changed baseball history.
In December 2023, after six remarkable seasons with the Angels, Ohtani signed a record-breaking 10-year contract with the Dodgers, the largest in the history of professional sports. For Dodger fans, it was the arrival of a generational talent they had long hoped for. Ohtani rewarded that faith immediately, winning the NL MVP and helping lead the Dodgers to a World Series championship in his very first season in Dodger Blue, then doing it again with another MVP and a second straight title in 2025. This painting honors the moment it all began.
Medium and dimensions
Original charcoal and pastel. One of one. Dimensions listed per piece.
Signatures and authenticity
Every original is hand-signed by Dave Hobrecht. Athlete-signed pieces are signed in person by the athlete.
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