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If it were up to Ohtani, he'd be pitching 'in a few days'

Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound is imminent, but the Dodgers' rotation faces uncertainty.

By · Published August 23, 2026 at 14:29 UTC · Updated August 23, 2026 at 14:29 UTC

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The Los Angeles Dodgers' pitching rotation is in flux. Shohei Ohtani, the team's star pitcher, is eager to return to action. He has been sidelined with knee irritation, which forced him to miss his scheduled start and the All-Star Game. Ohtani's absence has left a void in the Dodgers' rotation.

His return is anticipated soon. He threw 30 pitches in live batting practice, a significant step in his recovery process. According to the Los Angeles Times, Ohtani described this progress as 'really positive'. The Dodgers' fans and the team itself are eager for Ohtani's return.

However, the exact timeline remains uncertain. Ohtani himself has expressed a desire to pitch 'in a few days'. But the team's medical staff and coaches will ultimately determine his readiness.

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Questions people are asking

What injury is Ohtani recovering from?

Ohtani is recovering from knee irritation.

When is Ohtani expected to return?

Ohtani has expressed a desire to return 'in a few days', but the exact timeline is not yet clear.

How has Ohtani's absence affected the Dodgers?

Ohtani's absence has left a void in the Dodgers' pitching rotation.

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