Shohei Ohtani, the two-way superstar of the Los Angeles Dodgers, made headlines once again as he took part in long tosses in the outfield before the team’s recent game against the Atlanta Braves.
This represents a key step in Ohtani’s recovery following elbow surgery. Although he has yet to pitch this season, his manager, Dave Roberts, remains optimistic, noting that while the odds are slim,
the possibility of Ohtani returning to the mound during the postseason isn’t entirely ruled out. Roberts emphasized that
anything is possible," and he hopes Ohtani's rehab is motivated by the prospect of contributing on the mound
Ohtani’s absence from the pitching rotation has not diminished his historic offensive performance as the Dodgers' designated hitter.
He is chasing a groundbreaking milestone: becoming the first player in Major League history to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season.
With 16 games left in the regular season, Ohtani has already tallied 47 home runs and 48 stolen bases, putting him on track to surpass both marks
Despite Ohtani's standout performance, the Dodgers' pitching staff has faced setbacks. Notably, Tyler Glasnow, a key part of the rotation, had a setback in his recovery from elbow tendinitis.
Glasnow, who has been crucial to the Dodgers with a 9-6 record and a 3.49 ERA, was slated to throw a simulated game but experienced discomfort during his bullpen warmups, raising concerns about the severity of his injury
Glasnow’s initial placement on the 15-day injured list on August 16 was considered a precaution, but this latest issue has heightened uncertainty about his availability for the remainder of the season