Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (Probably) Won't Pitch for Japan in WBC

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (probably) won't pitch for Japan in WBC

Shohei Ohtani exited spring training camp with a virtual handle-with-care tag as the Dodgers' two-way star commits his talents to helping Japan win a fourth World Baseball Classic. Well, most of his talents anyway.

Shohei Ohtani Jokes There's One Scenario Where He'd Pitch for Team Japan in WBC

Ohtani won't pitch for Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic. But what if Mike Trout showed up on Team USA's roster?

How Shohei Ohtani will keep building up his arm while away at WBC

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani is not expected to pitch in the World Baseball Classic (despite some temptations) but will use his time away at the tournament to keep building up his arm for the start of the Dodgers' season.

Shohei Ohtani reveals what needs to happen for him to pitch in the WBC

Apr 13, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter player Shohei Ohtani (17) prepares in the dugout before the game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images Los Angeles Dodger two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani is not expected to pitch for Team Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, though he jokingly left the door open to the possibility. Asked on Sunday during the Dod…

Shohei Ohtani Teases For Another Mike Trout Showdown At The WBC

Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani (Image Credits: Imagn) After winning his fourth MVP crown, Shohei Ohtani is gunning for a third straight World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2026. The Japanese superstar will also take up full-time starting pitching duties after ramping up his rehab through the course of last season. But Ohtani will first try to defend his country’s World Baseball Classic title next month. Last month, Shohei Ohtani ann…