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Shohei Ohtani Not Likely To Pitch Again In 2026

Shohei Ohtani, MLB’s iconic two‑way star, is now set to return solely as a hitter, ending his pitching hopes for 2026.

By · Published September 7, 2026 at 04:29 UTC · Updated September 7, 2026 at 05:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 6 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 17.
  • Primary Driver: Shohei Ohtani, MLB’s iconic two‑way star, is now set to return solely as a hitter, ending his pitching hopes for 2026.
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Despite being celebrated as a two‑way talent, Shohei Ohtani is now deemed unlikely to pitch again this season. Sports Illustrated examined how the injury reshapes the Dodgers’ rotation and could ripple through the league’s pitching strategies.

The New York Post reported Ohtani is expected to rejoin the lineup soon but only as a position player, while MLB Trade Rumors reiterated the manager’s statement and flagged that the pitching option remains closed for 2026. Consequently, Ohtani’s contributions this year will be confined to the batter’s box.

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Quick answers

Why is Ohtani unlikely to pitch again this season?

The Dodgers manager indicated that Ohtani’s recent injury prevents further pitching in 2026.

What role is Ohtani expected to play when he returns?

He is projected to rejoin the Dodgers lineup as a position player only.

How could Ohtani’s limited role affect MLB?

Analysts note that his absence from the mound removes a rare dual‑threat, influencing team strategies across the league.

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Shohei Ohtani Los Angeles Dodgers MLB injury two-way player

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