Dodgers may shut down Shohei Ohtani as pitcher
Injury concerns surrounding Shohei Ohtani mount as the Dodgers weigh shutting him down as a pitcher.
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Recent coverage indicates that the Los Angeles Dodgers may shut down Shohei Ohtani from pitching following growing injury concerns. Following a game where Ohtani struck out four times, manager Dave Roberts noted that things do not look right with the player.
AP News, the Los Angeles Times, NBC Sports, Yahoo Sports, and the New York Post report that Roberts plans to consult trainers and Ohtani himself while weighing whether to give him a day off. Coverage notes conflicting statements regarding potential roster moves, with remarks highlighting uncertainty over whether an injured list stint will happen.
At the same time, Roberts addressed questions regarding Ohtani's potential use in the outfield this season, making a clear statement on the matter. Further decisions depend on the upcoming consultations between management, training staff, and the player.
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Sources (8)
- Shohei Ohtani injury update adds confusion to perplexing status USA Today · 7h ago
- Shohei Ohtani 'Not Close to Optimal' Amid Injury Woes, Struggles, Dodgers' Dave Roberts Says Bleacher Report · 7h ago
- “Shohei Ohtani Is Absolutely Cooked” – MLB Fans Sound The Alarm After Dodgers Superstar Gets Struck Out 4 Times In Loss To Cardinals Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Dodgers' Dave Roberts Makes Clear Statement on Using Shohei Ohtani in Outfield This Season Yahoo Sports · 15h ago
- Shohei Ohtani’s injury concerns grow after maddening Dodgers loss: ‘Won’t be an IL –– unless it is’ nypost.com · 15h ago
- Dave Roberts to consult trainers and Shohei Ohtani, weighing a day off after 4-strikeout game AP News · 15h ago
- Dave Roberts says things don't look right with Shohei Ohtani, who strikes out four times in loss Los Angeles Times · 15h ago
- Dodgers may shut down Shohei Ohtani as pitcher NBC Sports · 15h ago
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Why are injury concerns growing for Shohei Ohtani?
Coverage highlights a recent game where Ohtani struck out four times, leading manager Dave Roberts to state that things do not look right.
What action are the Dodgers considering regarding Ohtani's pitching?
NBC Sports reports that the Dodgers may shut down Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher.
Who is involved in deciding Ohtani's immediate status?
Manager Dave Roberts plans to consult trainers and Shohei Ohtani himself, while also weighing a day off.
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