Will Shohei Ohtani pitch in October? 5 questions for Los Angeles Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani's pitching return hangs in the balance.
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The brief
The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing uncertainty about Shohei Ohtani's availability for October games. Ohtani has been dealing with lingering biceps, neck, and knee issues, which have forced him to sit out multiple games. Coverage from the Los Angeles Times and Yahoo Sports emphasizes the Dodgers' cautious optimism about Ohtani's recovery, with manager Dave Roberts expressing hope that he will avoid the injured list.
However, Roberts has also admitted that Ohtani is 'not close to optimal' after a recent performance. The Dodgers' hopes for Ohtani's return in October remain uncertain, with the possibility of an injured list stint growing. The New York Post and Bleacher Report have highlighted the growing concern about Ohtani's health.
The Dodgers will need to assess the situation closely to determine Ohtani's availability for the postseason. Will Shohei Ohtani pitch in October?
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Who reported it (8)
- Shohei Ohtani out of Dodgers again, as injured list possibility grows New York Post · 1d ago
- Dave Roberts has update that puts Shohei Ohtani on brink of unwanted first with Dodgers Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Shohei Ohtani suffers another setback for Dodgers amid pitching return Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Shohei Ohtani Injury Update Given By Dodgers' Dave Roberts Amid Multiple Ailments Bleacher Report · 1d ago
- Shohei Ohtani sits again as Dodgers star battles lingering biceps, neck and knee issues Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Dave Roberts admits Shohei Ohtani is 'not close to optimal' after 4-strikeout performance Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Shohei Ohtani out for second straight game, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts 'hopeful' star will avoid IL Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Dodgers ‘hopeful’ but not confident Shohei Ohtani will avoid injured list Los Angeles Times · 1d ago
Quick answers
What is Shohei Ohtani's current status?
Ohtani is dealing with lingering biceps, neck, and knee issues, but the extent of his injury is unclear.
Has Ohtani been placed on the injured list?
No, but the possibility of an IL stint is growing.
What is the Dodgers' manager's assessment of Ohtani's condition?
Dave Roberts has said Ohtani is 'not close to optimal'.
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