{
  "id": 5218328,
  "title": "Dodgers Reveals Shohei Ohtani Shutdown Is ‘On the Table’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/dodgers-reveals-shohei-ohtani-shutdown-is-on-the-table",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-03T01:35:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dodgers-reveals-shohei-ohtani-shutdown-013548468.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Los Angeles Dodgers ace Shohei Ohtani might be sidelined from pitching this season, according to manager Dave Roberts. Ohtani's pitching performance took a hit during a bullpen session in Detroit, and his future remains uncertain. Since early July, Ohtani hasn't pitched, leaving him three months away from a full rotation return. Initially, Ohtani planned to pitch in short bursts, aiming for five to six innings by the playoffs. However, his late-August return was called off, casting doubt on his season outlook. Roberts stated that Ohtani not pitching again this year is \"on the table,\" but the team hasn't reached a decision point yet. They have four weeks to observe Ohtani's condition before making a choice. With the decision looming, the Dodgers could either prioritize a stronger pitching staff or focus on Ohtani's offensive skills. Dodgers president Andrew Friedman hinted that Ohtani will return to the mound at some point this season, but the exact timing remains unclear. As the final week or two approaches, the team's plans for their prized player will become clearer.",
  "summary": "Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani could be shut down from pitching this season, according to manager Dave Roberts.",
  "key_points": [
    "Manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani's pitching shutdown is \"on the table\"",
    "Ohtani hasn't pitched since early July, three months away from full return",
    "Dodgers president Andrew Friedman hints Ohtani will return this season, timing unclear"
  ],
  "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."
}