{
  "id": 14105140,
  "title": "Dodgers could make shocking Shohei Ohtani decision ahead of NLCS Game 3",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/dodgers-could-make-shocking-shohei-ohtani-decision-ahead-of-nlcs-game",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-13T03:06:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dodgers-could-shocking-shohei-ohtani-030613747.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Los Angeles Dodgers face a potential dilemma as they prepare for Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, with star player Shohei Ohtani possibly sidelined due to knee issues. Ohtani's struggles in the postseason have become increasingly concerning, as he has only managed three hits in twenty at-bats, including seven strikeouts and no home runs. This slump appears to be more severe than his issues from last year, which first surfaced in September. Manager Dave Roberts admitted that Ohtani doesn't feel great, suggesting a conversation with the four-time MVP will take place on Tuesday to determine what is best for him and the team. The prospect of benching Ohtani has been raised, as his health appears to be the primary concern in this decision. The Dodgers, who need two victories in three home games against the Brewers, could turn to rookie Josue De Paula, who made his postseason debut after Ohtani was placed on the injured list, to fill in at designated hitter if Ohtani is not available.",
  "summary": "As Shohei Ohtani's struggles continue, the Dodgers have some decisions to make.",
  "key_points": [
    "Dodgers may bench Shohei Ohtani due to knee concerns",
    "Ohtani's postseason slump worsens with 3 hits in 20 at-bats",
    "Manager Dave Roberts to discuss Ohtani's future with player"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}