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Ohtani's Pitching Return Looms Amidst Dodgers' Slump
11 Aug
Summary
- Shohei Ohtani is recovering from an inflamed knee and biceps discomfort.
- He recently resumed throwing sessions, with a September return possible.
- Ohtani continues to excel at the plate despite pitching injury.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is nearing a potential return to the pitcher's mound after being sidelined since July 3rd due to an inflamed knee. He was observed throwing to catcher Will Smith in the outfield on August 10th, marking a significant step in his recovery progression. This follows his latest bullpen session on August 8th, the first since July 22nd.
While a specific date for his return to pitching has not been set, manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism that Ohtani could rejoin the rotation in September, bolstering the team for a potential postseason run. The organization plans to manage his workload cautiously, with no expectation of him throwing 100 pitches upon his return. Despite these pitching challenges, Ohtani has continued to be a formidable presence at the plate, leading the Dodgers with 26 home runs and 71 RBIs.
The Dodgers have faced recent difficulties, losing eight of their last nine games. Ohtani's contributions have been crucial, including providing the game-winning hit in a recent 2-1 victory.
