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Ohtani, Yamamoto Lead MLB Jersey Sales as Season Begins

3/27/2026

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As the 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) season begins, Shohei Ohtani leads jersey sales, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto second, the first time two Japanese players top list.
Ohtani has dominated sales for 30 consecutive months, and Yamamoto's performance boosted him.
Sellers include Aaron Judge, Cal Raleigh, and Mookie Betts.
The rankings come from Fanatics, including MLBShop.com, and note Alonso's move to the Baltimore Orioles and Arenado's move to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Story summary

As the 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) season begins, Shohei Ohtani leads jersey sales, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto second, the first time two Japanese players top list.
Ohtani has dominated sales for 30 consecutive months, and Yamamoto's performance boosted him.
Sellers include Aaron Judge, Cal Raleigh, and Mookie Betts.
The rankings come from Fanatics, including MLBShop.com, and note Alonso's move to the Baltimore Orioles and Arenado's move to the Arizona Diamondbacks.