Los Angeles Dodgers face Ohtani injury and Diaz controversy

Shohei Ohtani exited the Dodgers' game against the San Diego Padres in the seventh inning with a right biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in the upcoming All-Star Game. The two‑way star had thrown a season‑high 110 pitches and felt the problem during a sixth‑inning at‑bat, prompting manager Dave Roberts to give him extra rest.

Reliever Edwin Díaz threw his first live batting practice since elbow surgery, indicating he remains on schedule to return after the All-Star break. The former Mets closer, signed to a three‑year, $69 million deal, has posted a 10.50 ERA in limited work this season and will soon begin a rehab assignment.

Diaz also denied allegations that he participated in illegal cockfighting in Puerto Rico, asserting that the activity is legal on the island and saying Major League Baseball has not contacted him about any disciplinary action.