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Ohtani's Health: Dodgers Focus on 2027 Comeback
23 Oct
Summary
- Shohei Ohtani struggled in the latter half of the 2026 season due to injuries.
- The Dodgers expect Ohtani to avoid offseason surgery for knee and biceps issues.
- Ohtani is expected to return to his two-way status for the 2027 season.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are shifting their attention to the 2027 season following their recent playoff elimination. Shohei Ohtani, the team's star two-way player, experienced a significant decline in performance from mid-August onward in the 2026 season. This downturn was attributed to lingering injuries.
Ohtani battled left knee irritation and right biceps tightness throughout the season, which impacted his play. Despite initial hopes that rest would suffice, he ultimately landed on the injured list in September. His struggles clearly affected the team's performance.
However, a positive outlook for 2027 emerges as the Dodgers confirmed Ohtani will not require offseason surgery for his knee or biceps. The organization believes he will fully recover with rest and be ready for spring training, aiming to return to his dominant two-way capabilities.
