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Ohtani Lands on IL, Dodgers Call Up Prospect
10 Sep
Summary
- Shohei Ohtani placed on 15-day injured list for right arm discomfort.
- Josue De Paula, top outfield prospect, called up to replace Ohtani.
- Ohtani's return is uncertain, potentially impacting playoff readiness.
Shohei Ohtani, dealing with right arm discomfort, has been placed on the 15-day injured list by the Los Angeles Dodgers. This move, effective from his last game on Monday, means he could return no earlier than September 23. This limited timeframe raises questions about his preparedness for the postseason.
To fill Ohtani's absence, the Dodgers are calling up Josue De Paula, a highly-touted outfield prospect from Double-A. De Paula, who has impressed with a .303/.401/.547 slash line, is expected to receive significant playing time over the next 11 games.
Manager Dave Roberts stated that placing Ohtani on the IL is the "right thing to do," expressing confidence in his eventual return. While Ohtani is not expected to pitch again this season due to a knee issue, the team hopes this break will allow him to recover offensively and be ready for the playoffs.
Ohtani's recent offensive performance has dipped, with seven hits and 22 strikeouts in his last 54 at-bats. The team believes this IL stint will help him reset and build up for the final regular-season games and a potential postseason run.
