Dodgers need to face the music with Shohei Ohtani’s two-way status
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- Japan Timesseen 7 Sept, 13:30description edited
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Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters prior to the game that Ohtani has made enough progress in his recovery that he could return to action as early as Monday.Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that Ohtani has made enough progress in his recovery that he could return to action as soon as Monday.
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Fri, 7 August 2026
1 report- fansided.com14:55first to report
This is bad news for baseball fans worldwide.
Tue, 11 August 2026
1 report- arkansasonline.com07:38
LOS ANGELES -- It's almost time for Dodger baseball. I am standing outside a hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
Sun, 16 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:09
This was his first bullpen session since July 22 while on the road in Philadelphia. Ohtani was shut down from throwing after that because he experienced a setback.
Wed, 19 August 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories02:50Shohei Ohtani Reaches Another HR Milestone, Latest Box Score Stats & Highlights from Dodgers-Rockies
Shohei Ohtani Reaches Another HR Milestone, Latest Box Score Stats & Highlights from Dodgers-Rockies Bleacher Report Ohtani secures 6th straight 30-HR season as NL MVP race remains close as ever MLB.com Dodgers 7-6 Rockies (Aug 18, 2026) Game Recap ESPN Dodgers find more offense, hold on to beat Rockies again True Blue LA Shohei Ohtani crushes 30th homer to fuel Dodgers’ win Yahoo Sports
Sat, 22 August 2026
1 report- pasadenastarnews.com22:28
1 reprint
- redlandsdailyfacts.com22 Aug, 22:28their copy
Mon, 24 August 2026
9 reports- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- iheart.com13:10
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers is close to returning to the starting rotation, aiming for early September. After recovering from knee soreness, Ohtani threw live batting practice, and the team plans to manage his workload carefully for the postseason.
- sgvtribune.com23:08
With Blake Snell back and thriving, Tyler Glasnow about to return and Shohei Ohtani likely back on the mound next week, a rotation anchored by workhorses Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tarik Skubal is nearing the best version of itself.
Tue, 25 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:16
Glasnow is slated to make his first appearance since May 6 after spending more than three months on the injured list with lower back spasms.
Sat, 29 August 2026
3 reports- taylorvilledailynews.com16:25
By Field Level Media Aug 29 (Field Level Media) – Shohei Ohtani’s return to the mound this season remains in question with the two-way star dealing with lingering arm and knee discomfort following a short throwing session in the bullpen Friday. Multiple reports during the […]
- presstelegram.com17:11
Ohtani is still having issues with his left knee and right biceps, manager Dave Roberts says, and is "not feeling 100 percent." There is no target for Ohtani to pitch in a game.
- geosuper.tv18:44
Multiple reports during the week indicated that Shohei Ohtani could return to the mound on Sunday
Tue, 1 September 2026
1 report- thebiglead.com16:40
The Dodgers are adding to their team for September roster expansion.
Fri, 4 September 2026
4 reports- Japan Times01:55
Ohtani has been plagued by right biceps pain and left knee issues. The knee soreness has prevented him from pitching since July 3.
- iheart.com14:31
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says a stint on the injured list is unlikely.
- iheart.com14:31
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says a stint on the injured list is unlikely.
- iheart.com14:31
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says a stint on the injured list is unlikely.
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- Google News - Top Stories03:48
Dodgers Notes: Ohtani, Rushing, Hernandez, Wrobleski mlbtraderumors.com Shohei Ohtani misses third straight game as Dodgers win espn.com Ohtani out for 3rd straight day as Dodgers weigh potential IL stint MLB.com Shohei Ohtani to miss consecutive games for first time this season The New York Times Without Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers filling in at designated hitter True Blue LA
Mon, 7 September 2026
11 reports- truebluela.com00:36
Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing was placed on the injured list with elbow discomfort after aggravating his torn UCL. Eliezer Alfonzo recalled from Oklahoma City.
- truebluela.com00:43
Shohei Ohtani could be back in Dodgers lineup on Monday, but it’s unlikely he pitches again this season.
- Japan Times02:41edited after publishing
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that Ohtani has made enough progress in his recovery that he could return to action as soon as Monday.
- Google News - Top Stories03:16
Shohei Ohtani Not Likely To Pitch Again In 2026 mlbtraderumors.com Ohtani out of starting lineup for 4th straight game; Roberts 'hopeful' for Monday return MLB.com Dodgers hopeful Shohei Ohtani can return for opener vs. Reds ESPN Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani, Tommy Edman, pitching staff True Blue LA "All Kinds of Banged Up Right Now": Shohei Ohtani Gets Huge Dodgers Injury Update as Pitching Future Takes Grim Turn Yahoo Sports
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
- iheart.com12:44
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the Dodgers' lineup against the Reds after missing four games due to knee and biceps issues.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- Japan Times04:17
Ohtani went 0-for-3 with a walk and two strikeouts after sitting out the previous four games because of left knee, right biceps and neck discomfort.
Wed, 9 September 2026
2 reports- Japan Times03:23
Shohei Ohtani was out of the Dodgers' starting lineup for the fifth time in six games on Tuesday as Los Angeles played host to the Cincinnati Reds.
- Google News - Top Stories22:07
Shohei Ohtani’s surprising injury news leaves Dodgers with IL regret New York Post Ohtani heads to IL; Dodgers calling up top prospect De Paula to play DH ESPN “Way Too Late”; “Should’ve Happened Weeks Ago” – MLB Fans React As Dodgers Move Shohei Ohtani To IL Before Postseason Yahoo Sports Ohtani placed on injured list to rest left knee, right biceps injuries MLB.com Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Says Shohei Ohtani Is Going On IL FOX Sports
Thu, 10 September 2026
2 reports- Japan Times07:58
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confident Ohtani will be back in good condition.
- Google News - Top Stories17:30
MLB insider accuses Shohei Ohtani of misleading Dodgers about injury issues Yahoo Sports Ohtani heads to IL; Dodgers calling up top prospect De Paula to play DH ESPN Dodgers take 7-game streak into Miami with Shohei Ohtani out CBS Sports Ohtani placed on injured list to rest left knee, right biceps injuries MLB.com Shohei Ohtani Might Also Be Too Hurt To Hit blogs.fangraphs.com