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sports9 hrs ago
Ohtani to Throw Off Mound This Week but No Timetable Set for Return
Shohei Ohtani will throw off a mound Thursday or Friday after left knee irritation forced him to skip a scheduled start. Manager Dave Roberts said the four-time MVP has no timetable for returning to the rotation.
slate.comsports11 hrs ago
ESPN releases trailer for documentary on Ohtani translator case
ESPN’s “30 for 30” account posted a trailer on Monday for a series titled “The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani” that includes an interview with the former translator for Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani. The translator was sentenced in February 2025 to 57 months in prison and o…
espn.comsports1 day ago
MLB's 10 Highest-Paid Players Projected to Earn $537 Million in 2026, Down 7 Percent From 2025
@Forbes reported that the top earners will collect $537 million combined, down 7 percent from 2025. Shohei Ohtani leads with $127 million, nearly all from endorsements.
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sports1 day ago
Dodgers Tell Ohtani to Stop Pitching Indefinitely Due to Knee Inflammation but Keep Him in Lineup
The Los Angeles Dodgers have directed Shohei Ohtani to halt pitching due to left knee inflammation. He will continue hitting and remains on track for a postseason return.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Ohtani Collects Two RBIs as Dodgers Beat Yankees 8-2
Shohei Ohtani went 2-for-5 with two RBIs in the Dodgers' 8-2 win over the Yankees on Sunday. His left knee injury will keep him off the mound for the foreseeable future but left his batting unaffected.
abcnews.go.comsports2 days ago
Ohtani Receives Lubricant Injection in Left Knee After Sunday Game
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani had lubricant injected into his left knee following the team's game against Arizona. Ohtani played as the leadoff designated hitter Friday and is expected to start pitching again Wednesday.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Dodgers' Ohtani to Play as Designated Hitter in Yankees Series After Knee Procedure
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani had fluid drained from his left knee after Sunday's game. Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani will be in the lineup for the weekend series at Yankee Stadium but his pitching role remains undecided.
abcnews.go.comsports6 days ago
New Balance Cleats Worn by Shohei Ohtani in 2025 Tokyo Series Listed for Auction
A pair of New Balance cleats worn by Shohei Ohtani in the first game of the 2025 Tokyo Series is up for auction. The signed cleats feature his dog Decoy and were worn during a Dodgers win over the Cubs.
winnipegfreepress.comsports8 days ago
Blue Jays Slugger Ties Ohtani Rookie Home Run Record
Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Kazuma Okamoto hit his 22nd home run of the season on July 10, matching a mark set by Shohei Ohtani in 2018. Okamoto signed a four-year, $60 million contract before the season and has become the team's leading power hitter.
rollingstone.comsports8 days ago
2026 ESPYS Scheduled for July 15 at Lincoln Center in New York
The annual awards show returns to New York City with comedian Marcello Hernández as host. Nominees include New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson and Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports8 days ago
Ohtani Skips All-Star Start for Knee Rest but Plays and Homers for Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his scheduled July 10 pitching start due to left knee irritation and will miss the 2026 All-Star Game. He remained in the Dodgers lineup that day and hit a home run in his first at-bat. Treatment is scheduled after Sunday's game.
abcnews.go.comsports12 days ago
Dodgers outfielder reaches 300 career home runs, cleared to pitch Friday
Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career home run Tuesday night in a 4-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies. He is scheduled to make his final pitching start before the All-Star break on Friday after recovering from biceps tightness.
nypost.comsports13 days ago
Dodgers lose 4-3 to Rockies after two errors in eighth inning
Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career home run in the first inning. The Dodgers led 3-1 before two defensive errors allowed three unearned runs in the eighth.
vox.comsports15 days agoUpdated
Ohtani, Freeman, Soto Among Starters for 2026 All-Star Game
Major League Baseball announced the starting lineups Saturday for the July 14 game at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Shohei Ohtani tops National League voting while Ernie Clement leads the American League.
ESPNsports16 days ago
Dodgers hold Ohtani out of Saturday lineup after biceps tightness
Shohei Ohtani left Friday's game after his right biceps tightened during a swing. The team will keep him out of the lineup on Saturday for extra recovery time.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports17 days ago
Ohtani to Pitch and Hit for Dodgers vs Padres on Friday with Rushing Catching
Los Angeles Dodgers ace Shohei Ohtani will start on the mound Friday versus the San Diego Padres with Dalton Rushing catching. Ohtani will also bat in the lineup while managing a left knee injury that prompted a schedule adjustment.
eonline.comsports21 days ago
LeBron James, Shohei Ohtani Rookie Cards Sell for Over $2.5 Million Each
A LeBron James 2003-04 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection rookie patch autograph card sold for $2.93 million. A one-of-one 2018 Topps Chrome SuperFractor Shohei Ohtani rookie card sold for $2.56 million at the same auction.
japantimes.co.jpsports26 days ago
Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out Eight as Dodgers Sweep Twins 4-3
Shohei Ohtani struck out eight batters over six innings and added two hits with an RBI to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night. The victory completed a three-game road sweep for Los Angeles at Target Field.
Abc Newssports30 days ago
Orioles Defeat Dodgers 3-2 Behind Rogers' Seven Scoreless Innings
Trevor Rogers allowed one hit in seven innings as Baltimore beat Los Angeles 3-2 on June 20, 2026. Shohei Ohtani homered in the ninth after missing the prior game for the birth of his second child.
japantimes.co.jpsports30 days agoUpdated
Shohei Ohtani Returns to Dodgers Lineup After Birth of Second Child
The Dodgers outfielder missed Friday's game for paternity leave and rejoined the team for its weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles.
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ESPNsports30 days agoUpdated
Shohei Ohtani Away from Dodgers on Paternity Leave After Birth of Second Child
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Ohtani was absent from Friday's lineup for the birth of his second child with wife Mamiko Tanaka. The team said he is expected to return this weekend.
ESPNsports33 days ago
Dodgers' two-way player to pitch Wednesday after knee swelling subsides
Shohei Ohtani will start on the mound against Tampa Bay on Wednesday after left knee inflammation from last week subsided. Dodgers manager said swelling has cleared and Ohtani looked ready in pregame work.
ESPNsports36 days ago
Dodgers outfielder exits with knee inflammation, expected back this weekend
Shohei Ohtani left Friday's game with left knee inflammation. Imaging showed no structural damage and the team expects him to return during the series against the Chicago White Sox.
New York Postsports38 days agoUpdated
Dodgers' Ohtani exits early with left knee inflammation
Shohei Ohtani left Thursday's game after developing left knee inflammation while running the bases. The team called the removal precautionary and said he could be available Friday.
Japan Timesworld39 days ago
Dodgers star exits early with knee inflammation in win
Shohei Ohtani left Thursday's game against the Pirates with left knee inflammation after reaching base four times. Manager Dave Roberts called the decision precautionary and said Ohtani could return Friday.
nypost.comsports44 days ago
Dodgers Score Nine Runs in First Inning to Defeat Angels 9-2
Shohei Ohtani hit his 11th home run as the Dodgers scored nine times in the opening inning against the Angels at Uniqlo Field on June 6.
New York Postsports46 days ago
Ohtani Allows No Runs, Goes 3-for-4 as Dodgers Shut Out Diamondbacks 7-0
Shohei Ohtani pitched six scoreless innings and went 3-for-4 at the plate as the Dodgers defeated the Diamondbacks 7-0. His season average now stands at .301, ninth in the National League.
Los Angeles Timessports46 days ago
Ohtani Pitches Six Shutout Innings and Reaches Base Five Times in Dodgers 7-0 Win
Shohei Ohtani allowed three base runners over six scoreless innings and reached base five times in the Dodgers' 7-0 victory over the Diamondbacks on Wednesday. His ERA fell to 0.74, the third-lowest mark recorded by any pitcher in his first 10 starts since 1913.
Japan Timessports47 days ago
Dodgers Shut Out Diamondbacks 7-0 as Ohtani Pitches Six Strong Innings
Shohei Ohtani pitched six innings and reached base five times as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 on June 4, 2026 in Phoenix. Kyle Tucker hit a two-run home run in the win.
New York Postsports48 days ago
Dodgers defeat Diamondbacks 6-5 after late bullpen rally
Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani each drove in two runs as the Dodgers held off Arizona for a 6-5 win at Chase Field. The victory extended Los Angeles' recent streak despite three runs allowed by relievers in the seventh inning.
ESPNsports55 days ago
MLB releases early 2026 MVP and Cy Young rankings after Memorial Day
Shohei Ohtani leads National League Cy Young consideration while posting strong pitching numbers for the Dodgers. Bobby Witt Jr. tops American League MVP rankings through late May.
nypost.comsports59 days ago
Dodgers Podcast Discusses Ohtani's Recent Performance
California Post baseball writers reviewed Shohei Ohtani's two-way play during the Dodgers' series against the Padres. The discussion covered his leadoff home run and five scoreless innings pitched on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Timessports61 days ago
Shohei Ohtani Hits Leadoff Homer and Throws Five Shutout Innings in Dodgers Win
Shohei Ohtani homered on the first pitch and pitched five scoreless innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. The Dodgers completed a series sweep of their National League West rivals.
nypost.comworld64 days ago
Ohtani Scores on Inside-the-Park Home Run After Ball Hits Netting
Shohei Ohtani hit a line drive that bounced over the right-field wall and struck protective netting at Angel Stadium. The ball remained in play under MLB ground rules, allowing Ohtani to score on an inside-the-park home run during the Dodgers' 15-2 win over the Angels.
The Guardianpolitics67 days ago
EY Report: Professional Athletes Lost Nearly $1bn to Fraud Over Two Decades as Sports Revenue Hits Records
EY report tallies nearly $1bn in alleged losses by professional athletes over two decades while FBI data shows Americans reported more than $20bn in cybercrime losses last year. Recent convictions include Ippei Mizuhara’s 57-month sentence for stealing $17m from Shohei Ohtani and…
nypost.comsports69 days ago
Giants Defeat Dodgers 6-2
San Francisco improved to 4-1 against the Dodgers this season as Eric Haase hit two home runs and Adrian Houser earned his first win with the Giants. Shohei Ohtani snapped a 13-game homerless streak with a solo shot but Los Angeles fell to 24-18. Manager Dave Roberts rested Ohtan…
nypost.comsports70 days ago
Dodgers Offense Struggles in Recent Stretch After Strong Start
The Los Angeles Dodgers have posted a 9-12 record over the past three weeks while their offense has ranked near the bottom of Major League Baseball in several categories. Star players including Shohei Ohtani have seen sharp declines in production during the stretch. Manager Dave…
nypost.comsports73 days ago
Dodgers Defeat Braves 3-1 in Series Opener
The Dodgers defeated the Braves 3-1 on Friday night in Los Angeles. Freddie Freeman hit a solo home run and Shohei Ohtani drove in a run with a single as the Dodgers improved to 4-3 against teams with winning records. The game featured strong pitching from both sides and multiple…
nypost.comsports75 days ago
Dodgers Defeat Astros 12-2 Behind Andy Pages' Three Home Runs
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Houston Astros 12-2 on Wednesday at Daikin Park. Andy Pages hit three home runs for the Dodgers while Shohei Ohtani recorded two hits to end an 0-for-18 slump. Tyler Glasnow left early with back pain but the Dodgers bullpen held the Astros to…
nypost.comworld89 days ago
Giants Mascot Trolls Shohei Ohtani in Dodgers Series
San Francisco Giants mascot Lou Seal playfully annoyed Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani during a game, prompting Ohtani to alert his manager. Ohtani extended his on-base streak in one game but saw it end in the next. The Giants won both low-scoring contests against the Dodg…
espn.comworld95 days ago
Shohei Ohtani Shines on Mound as Dodgers Sweep Mets
Shohei Ohtani delivered a stellar pitching performance, striking out 10 batters in six innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to an 8-2 victory over the New York Mets. The win completed a series sweep for the Dodgers, marking their strong start to the season.