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Shohei Ohtani set to hit in NLDS despite not being fully healthy

  • On Friday, Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani provided a positive update on his left knee and right biceps ahead of Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday.
  • The four-time Most Valuable Player spent time on the 15-day injured list in September due to knee inflammation and right biceps discomfort, forcing him to miss significant playing time late in the season.
  • Dodgers hitting coach Aaron Bates said Ohtani's batting practice was "as good as we've seen it this year," while general manager Brandon Gomes noted the star is "in a great spot" physically.
  • Ohtani admitted he will not be at full strength but emphasized his obligation, stating, "I do pride myself on playing every day" as he prepares for the postseason.
  • Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Ohtani will be in the lineup as the team chases its third consecutive World Series ring, viewing the star as critical to the offensive strategy.
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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani held a press conference in Los Angeles on October 2nd (October 3rd Japan time), the day before the start of the Division Series against the Braves. The main points of the exchange are as follows: —This is your third postseason appearance…

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Shohei Ohtani set to hit in NLDS despite not being fully healthy

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[OSEN=Jo Hyung-rae] “Communication was definitely well-established.” On the 3rd (KST), ahead of Game 1 of the Division Series against the Atlanta Braves, LA Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani spoke at a press conference about the series of events surrounding his placement on the injured list. Ohtani suffered from injuries late in the regular season this year. He failed to complete his role as both a pitcher and a hitter and was placed on the injured list. L…

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Heavy broke the news in Las Vegas, United States on Friday, October 2, 2026.
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