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Shohei Ohtani Missing From Dodgers’ Starting Lineup for Fourth Straight Game

Dave Roberts said Ohtani could rejoin the lineup after four straight missed games, while a knee injury has kept him from pitching since July 3.

Summary by The Japan Times
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.

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Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani is expected to return to action in tomorrow's game, but it appears he will not be returning as a pitcher this season. Ohtani has been benched for four consecutive games, but manager Dave Roberts hinted at his return at a pre-game press conference on the 6th (7th Japan time), saying, "If he continues to perform well, I intend to put him in the starting lineup tomorrow (7th)." However, regarding Ohtani's return as a p…

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts held a pre-game press conference to explain Shohei Ohtani's latest condition. Ohtani had batting practice the previous day and has maintained good condition since then. Regarding the symptoms in his knee and biceps, Roberts revealed that "both have calmed down," and if things continue to go smoothly, he is expected to return to the starting lineup tomorrow. On the other hand, he remains off from pitching. Going forwa…

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (32) was left out of the starting lineup for the home game against the Washington Nationals on June 6th (June 7th Japan time). This marks his fourth consecutive game without a starting spot, a new record since joining the team...

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NBC LA broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
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