Shohei Ohtani will take the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the San Diego Padres, marking his first pitching appearance since undergoing Tommy John surgery. The decision to start him was made despite initial plans for a simulated game. With 14 pitchers on the injured list, including key players, the Dodgers are eager for Ohtani's return. His strong career stats and significant contract highlight expectations around his performance. This match will be particularly crucial for the struggling pitching lineup.
Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the mound as the starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first time since his $700m contract.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed excitement over Ohtani's return, stating, 'anything he can give us is additive, even if it's an inning or two.'
This marks Ohtani's first pitching appearance since his Tommy John surgery, which he underwent in September 2023.
The Dodgers desperately need Ohtani’s return as they have 14 pitchers on the injured list, the most in MLB.
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