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Yamamoto Surpasses Trout: Dodgers’ Stars Shine on Social Media

3/9/2026

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Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers remains a social media sensation with 10.5 million Instagram followers.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Dodgers gained attention after World Series success, surpassing 2.3 million followers and overtaking Mike Trout.
This rise highlights Yamamoto's growing popularity independent of Ohtani.
Kiké Hernández of the Dodgers, recovering from surgery, has gained 1.5 million followers.
The Dodgers–Angels rivalry is noted, with the Angels sweeping the Dodgers twice in 2025.

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Story summary

Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers remains a social media sensation with 10.5 million Instagram followers.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Dodgers gained attention after World Series success, surpassing 2.3 million followers and overtaking Mike Trout.
This rise highlights Yamamoto's growing popularity independent of Ohtani.
Kiké Hernández of the Dodgers, recovering from surgery, has gained 1.5 million followers.
The Dodgers–Angels rivalry is noted, with the Angels sweeping the Dodgers twice in 2025.