Ohtani’s Pitching Return in Question | Entertainment and Celebrity News

Ohtani’s pitching return remains uncertain as manager Dave Roberts admits the star isn’t fully healthy, cutting a bullpen short due to body concerns — a setback after knee and biceps issues already derailed his season. With a deepened bullpen featuring Skubal, Snell, Glasnow, and Yamamoto, the Dodgers can afford to be cautious, echoing their 2025 approach post-Tommy John. Roberts weighs the risk of rushing Ohtani back, fearing discomfort could hurt both his pitching and batting. Expect a limited role — maybe as an opener — to test his arm without overexertion, possibly even in October, altering the two-way spectacle we’ve come to expect.

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