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Shohei Ohtani’s reversal shatters what we thought may be his playoff future

Shohei Ohtani’s biceps rebound and sudden pivot away from pitching upends playoff expectations.

By · Published September 17, 2026  06:15 UTC · Updated September 17, 2026  18:07 UTC

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Shohei Ohtani's status for the playoffs improved following an injury update and his readiness to resume swinging after a biceps issue. His potential to participate in the postseason no longer appears uncertain, following the reversal of earlier concerns.

The situation appears to have stabilized in his favor.

Epilogue added 44d ago, after coverage quieted.

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Sports Illustrated then argued that Ohtani should abandon pitching permanently, framing the issue as a turning point for his career. The New York Post highlighted that his reversal—shifting focus away from the mound—undermines earlier expectations that he would play a pivotal dual role in the playoffs.

The debate now centers on whether his bat‑only contributions will be sufficient to impact the Dodgers’ postseason chances.

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What injury is Ohtani recovering from?

He is recovering from a biceps injury, with updates indicating improvement and readiness to resume swinging.

What is Ohtani’s current playing status?

He has been cleared to resume batting practice and swinging, while discussions continue about his future pitching role.

How has his recent shift affected playoff expectations?

Analysts say his move away from pitching undermines earlier expectations of a dual‑role impact in the playoffs.

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