The Los Angeles have announced that two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani will be placed on the injured list, according to manager Dave Roberts. Roberts commented after the ‘ 14-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, a game Ohtani did not play in, saying, “It’s the right thing to do. We tried to push it as far as we could.”
Ohtani has been sidelined for six of the past seven games due to persistent soreness in his right biceps and left knee. Roberts added that Ohtani would still be in the lineup on Thursday “if it were a postseason game.”
A four-time MVP, Ohtani remains a vital part of the ’ pursuit of a third straight World Series title, despite the likelihood that he won’t pitch again this season because of his injuries. When asked about pitching again after Monday’s home win over the Reds, Ohtani responded, “Most likely, no. I’m going to be focusing on hitting moving forward,” according to an interpreter as reported by MLB.com.
The have a day off on Thursday before beginning a seven-game road trip in Miami on Friday, where promising prospect Josue De Paula is expected to join the roster.
The Associated Press contributed to this story.
Fan Take: Ohtani’s injury news is a significant blow to the but also a pivotal moment for MLB fans who have witnessed his extraordinary two-way talent. His decision to concentrate solely on hitting could shift how teams manage dual-role players in the future, potentially changing the landscape of baseball strategy.
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