All articles tagged with #paternity leave
Belgium winger Jeremy Doku faced backlash after saying he would leave the 2026 World Cup during the quarter-finals to be at the birth of his first child; critics called the move into question, but Doku stressed the importance of family and noted the federation’s support while acknowledging football’s complexities.
Shohei Ohtani was not in the Dodgers' lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles because he is away on paternity leave; Ryan Ward was listed as the designated hitter, batting seventh, and manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani is expected to return this weekend, with no paternity-list designation.
The Dodgers promoted 28-year-old Ryan Ward to the majors after Freddie Freeman went on the paternity list, clearing a spot for Ward who is set to debut this weekend against the Rockies. Ward has dominated Triple-A pitching (.264/.347/.511 with 94 homers in 1,867 PA for Oklahoma City over four seasons) but is regarded as a fringe prospect (Pipeline ranks him 19th in the Dodgers’ system; Baseball America does not include him in their top 30). The 26-man roster move had not been finalized at the time of the report, but Ward’s promotion marks the culmination of a long minor-league climb for the veteran 28-year-old.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s two-week paternity leave after his child’s birth in 2023 drew disbelief from some NFL peers, but the Vikings reportedly supported him and did not use the leave against him. The piece notes such leave is uncommon in NFL culture and emphasizes it was not cited as the reason for his firing in 2026, which followed a 43-25 four-season stint.
The Minnesota Vikings fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah after a season marked by draft concerns and volatile quarterback decisions, including not re-signing Sam Darnold and weighing multiple QBs. His two-week paternity leave during training camp drew disbelief from some peers, though the team publicly supported him. The Vikings plan to seek a replacement after the draft and will pursue quarterback competition for J.J. McCarthy.
The piece notes Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah took two weeks of paternity leave in 2023 after his first child’s birth, a fact that sparked disbelief in NFL circles but is claimed not to have contributed to his 2025 firing. It argues the NFL’s culture prizes constant sacrifice, yet sees the leave as a legitimate, commendable choice, especially given Minnesota’s paid parental leave laws; the article also touches on how such absences could affect roster decisions, while emphasizing that the firing timing was likely unrelated to the leave.
Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor did not travel with the team to Detroit for Game 3 of the ALDS due to a personal matter related to the birth of his first child. His absence has added uncertainty to his availability for upcoming games, but the team remains optimistic about his return. Naylor, a key player since joining the Mariners, is currently 0 for 8 in the series, which is tied at one game each.
A new father in the United States shares his experience of taking six months of paid parental leave, highlighting the rarity of such an opportunity in the country. He discusses the lack of paid paternity leave in the U.S., the impact on gender equality and the gender pay gap, and compares it to the policies in other countries. The article emphasizes the importance of incentivizing fathers to take leave and the potential benefits for families and society as a whole.
The Minnesota Twins have placed designated hitter Byron Buxton on the paternity list, causing him to miss the entire three-game series against the Seattle Mariners. Buxton, who has struggled this season with a .195 batting average, 17 homers, and 40 RBIs, will be replaced by outfielder Trevor Larnach, who has been recalled from Triple-A St. Paul.
The Los Angeles Dodgers' starting nine and some pitchers are on paternity leave, leading to speculation that they all spent last July's All-Star break having non-stop sex. All but one of the players are married, and Cody Bellinger is dating a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model. The reverse math indicates that last July was nine months ago, and the MLB season is a grind with little time off, making the All-Star break a prime opportunity for the players to have sex.
Los Angeles Dodgers' star outfielder Mookie Betts has been placed on paternity leave after welcoming his second child. Upon his return, Betts will be starting at shortstop for the first time in his Major League career. Betts has been asking for a chance to play shortstop for a few years now, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expects him to do well in the position. Betts will still be the team's primary right fielder, but how much he plays shortstop and second base will depend on how quickly Chris Taylor recovers from his injury.
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has pledged to increase the number of male workers taking paternity leave from 14% to 50% by 2025 and 85% by 2030, as part of a raft of policies aimed at reversing the country's declining birth rate. However, many Japanese men are too scared to take paternity leave due to potential repercussions from their employers, and smaller firms still have reservations. Experts caution that a low birth rate is often a sign of entrenched cultural factors that would likely be resistant to policy changes.