Shohei Ohtani Throws Bullpen Session as He Moves Closer to Return to Mound
Dave Roberts said Ohtani threw about 20 pitches and the Dodgers will decide whether he makes a one-inning start Sunday.
- On Friday, Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani threw a bullpen session at Comerica Park before the team's series opener against the Detroit Tigers. Manager Dave Roberts noted the session was "short," lasting about 20 pitches.
- Ohtani last threw off the mound six days prior during a live batting practice session. The Dodgers continue monitoring his recovery after he last pitched against the San Diego Padres on July 3.
- Manager Roberts said he must consult with Ohtani and pitching coach Mark Prior before finalizing Sunday's decision. "Obviously I've got to talk to Shohei, talk to and then we'll make a decision for Sunday," Roberts said.
- If Ohtani starts Sunday, it will likely be for an inning ahead of Tyler Glasnow. Glasnow threw 89 pitches Tuesday in his return and is scheduled to start Sunday because he "felt good going on regular," Roberts said.
- The schedule allows Ohtani to make five starts on at least five days' rest before the season concludes. Ohtani currently has 30 homers and 80 RBIs.
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Japanese Ohtani could return to the mound as soon as Sunday in front of the Detroit Tigers.
Shohei Ohtani throws bullpen session as he moves closer to return to mound
Shohei Ohtani threw a short bullpen session on Friday as the Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star moves closer to a return to the mound.
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Dave Roberts revealed that Shohei Ohtani threw approximately 20 pitches in his bullpen session Friday, but the Dodgers have not decided whether he will return to the mound Sunday. Roberts did not watch the session and had not yet spoken with Ohtani or pitching coach Mark Prior. He plans to consult with both before the Dodgers finalize their Sunday pitching plan. “I really don’t know what to make of it because I didn’t put eyes on it.” Roberts di…
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