The Los Angeles Dodgers are considering keeping Shohei Ohtani out of the lineup during his pitching starts. This decision comes as Ohtani pitched but did not bat for the first time since 2021, still feeling the effects of a recent hit-by-pitch.
In a further setback, Ohtani may miss the series finale against the San Francisco Giants, adding to the Dodgers' concerns as they navigate his dual-role capabilities amid injury issues.