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Commentary: An October bye-bye? Dodgers need bye to save Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani is sidelined again, sparking talk of an October bye to protect the Dodgers' ace.

By · Published September 10, 2026  13:00 UTC · Updated September 13, 2026  07:30 UTC

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Following a brief return to the lineup after a four-game absence, the Los Angeles Dodgers placed Shohei Ohtani on the 15-day injured list ahead of their push for a third straight World Series title. The roster move raised questions regarding the handling of his health, with an MLB insider accusing Ohtani of misleading the team about his injury issues.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 10 distinct news outlets with 17 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 13.
  • Primary Driver: Shohei Ohtani is sidelined again, sparking talk of an October bye to protect the Dodgers' ace.
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A day after rejoining the lineup, the designated hitter was again left out of the Los Angeles Dodgers' roster for the series against the Cincinnati Reds. This marks his second consecutive omission after a four‑game stretch in which he did not appear, and the Dodgers had initially expected his return to boost the offense. The New York Times noted his hitless return and subsequent removal, while MLB.com confirmed he remains available to pitch and is expected back on Wednesday.

ESPN reported the team sat him a day after his return, and Yahoo Sports highlighted fan reaction and manager Dave Roberts' comments on a load‑management plan. Yahoo Sports also reported that Freddie Freeman would serve as designated hitter in Ohtani's stead. FanGraphs suggested lingering injuries may also limit his ability to hit.

The Orange County Register counted this as his fifth lineup omission in six games, underscoring the pattern of intermittent availability that complicates roster planning.

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What recent lineup changes have the Dodgers made regarding Shohei Ohtani?

He was removed from the lineup a day after returning, and Freddie Freeman was named as the designated hitter in his place.

What is Shohei Ohtani's availability for pitching according to reports?

MLB.com says he remains available to pitch and is expected to be back on Wednesday.

How many times has Ohtani been omitted from the Dodgers' lineup in the past six games?

The Orange County Register notes this is his fifth omission in six games.

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