Shohei Ohtani sits again as Dodgers star battles lingering biceps, neck and knee issues
Shohei Ohtani got a second straight day off Friday while the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar deals with assorted injuries. Ohtani smiled and laughed in the dugout while watching Thursday's game, going on the field with his Los Angeles Dodgers teammates to celebrate a walk-off 3-2 win over St. Louis that avoided a series sweep. “He was pretty jovial yesterday, which was a good sign, more kind of…
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani sat out a second consecutive day on Friday as the team managed his ongoing injuries. Ohtani appeared jovial in the dugout on Thursday while his team celebrated a walk-off victory against St. Louis, a win that prevented a series sweep. Manager Dave Roberts noted Ohtani's upbeat demeanor, which had been rare in recent weeks.
The Dodgers manager expressed hope for Ohtani's recovery but cautioned against expecting a positive prognosis. The injuries have hindered Ohtani's ability to pitch and now appear to be affecting his batting as well. Ohtani's batting average stands at .279 with 30 home runs and 80 RBIs.
Despite his injuries, Ohtani has remained cooperative with the team's cautious treatment plan. He expressed a desire to return to action, but acknowledged the importance of decisions made in the best interest of his health and the team's overall strategy. Ohtani has been notably quiet about the media, having gone three weeks without speaking to the press.
In his place at the plate on Thursday, center fielder Tommy Edman led off the game, while Alex Call continued as the designated hitter, batting seventh. Edman delivered an outstanding performance, going 4 for 5 with two runs scored.
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