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67 clusters · 201 sources · 97 days · First seen 3 months ago · Last updated about 23 hours ago

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Ohtani knee sidelines pitching, Dodgers scramble

Entities: Los Angeles Dodgers · Orthovisc · Shohei Ohtani · Dave Roberts · Major League Baseball

Overview

Shohei Ohtani’s left‑knee irritation, first treated with a fluid‑drain and cortisone injection before the All‑Star break, still bars him from the mound. After his last start on July 3, manager Dave Roberts scratched the July 22 start and, on July 25, cancelled a scheduled bullpen session because the knee showed “a little bit of regression.” The team will not let him throw again until he feels 100 % confident and the staff agrees, leaving his pitching return uncertain beyond a possible August timeline. Ohtani remains in the lineup as a designated hitter, now batting .286 with 22 homers, 61 RBIs and six steals.

Los Angeles continues to lead the NL West with the league’s best record and is a lock for the postseason, but the rotation is thin. Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow are still injured, and now closer Edwin Diaz is slated for re‑activation on July 29 after a successful rehab stint in Triple‑A Oklahoma City.

The Dodgers are weighing trade‑deadline moves to shore up the staff while relying on depth and Ohtani’s DH production to sustain their offensive output.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 10 SOURCES] Shohei Ohtani skipped a scheduled bullpen session on July 25, 2026. (multiple articles)
[● 10 SOURCES] Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani's left knee showed regression after a prior bullpen session. (multiple articles)
[● 10 SOURCES] Shohei Ohtani has not pitched since July 3, 2026. (multiple)
[● 10 SOURCES] Ohtani is batting .286 with 22 home runs and 61 RBIs. (multiple)
[● 10 SOURCES] Ohtani's pitching stats this season are 8‑2 record, 1.79 ERA, 95 strikeouts in 85 2/3 innings. (multiple)
[● 10 SOURCES] Roberts indicated hitting and running have not affected Ohtani's knee. (multiple articles)
[● 9 SOURCES] Ohtani received a lubricant (Orthovisc) injection in his left knee before the All‑Star break. (multiple)
[● 9 SOURCES] Roberts said the team will not let Ohtani pitch until he and the staff are 100 % confident he is ready. (multiple articles)
[● 9 SOURCES] The Dodgers keep Ohtani in the lineup as a designated hitter despite his knee injury. (multiple)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Ohtani's injury has slightly altered the National League MVP race. (multiple)

Timeline

about 23 hours ago

[SPORTS] 13 sources
Shohei Ohtani's Knee Regression Halts Dodgers Pitching Plans
Ohtani skipped a bullpen session due to left‑knee regression; manager Dave Roberts says he won’t pitch until fully recovered. He remains in the lineup as DH, still batting .286 with 22 HR, while his pitching is
5 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani's Pitching Start Delayed Amid Dodgers Criticism
Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers start is delayed; critics argue the team mishandles his knee, while others say injuries are part of the season for the two‑way star.
6 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Dodgers lose 10-7 to Phillies as Emmet Sheehan struggles
Dodgers fall 10‑7 to Phillies; starter Emmet Sheehan gave up six runs, while Mookie Betts hit two homers.
8 days ago

[SPORTS] 21 sources
Shohei Ohtani’s knee injury sidelines him from pitching for the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani’s left‑knee irritation forces the Dodgers to pull him from pitching duties indefinitely; he remains a DH as the team leads the NL West and seeks a postseason run.
11 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani merchandise draws fan backlash in New York ahead of Dodgers‑Yankees series
New York stores promoted Shohei Ohtani with joint Ohtani‑Judge merch before the Dodgers‑Yankees games, prompting fan criticism over low‑quality design; Ohtani will bat as DH, Judge remains injured.
11 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani Leads Dodgers' Cy Young Push as Skubal Stays with Tigers
Shohei Ohtani shines for the Dodgers, cementing his Cy Young candidacy with a 1.79 ERA, while Tigers ace Tyrick Skubal says he’ll stay through season, pausing any trade talks.
12 days ago

[SPORTS] 16 sources
Mike Tyson’s hot‑mic remark at ESPYs shows he didn’t know Shohei Ohtani is male
Mike Tyson asked on a hot mic at the 2026 ESPYs if Shohei Ohtani was a “guy,” revealing he didn’t know the male Dodgers star, whose award honored a historic NLCS game.
12 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani skips pitching in Dodgers-Yankees series, serves as DH
Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in the Dodgers‑Yankees series due to a left‑knee issue; he will serve as designated hitter while Sasaki, Sehan and Yamamoto start the three games.
13 days ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Shohei Ohtani's Tokyo Series cleats to be auctioned as his left knee receives treatment
Shohei Ohtani's Tokyo Series cleats are up for auction while his left knee receives drainage and a cortisone injection during the All‑Star break.
15 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Tristan Peters named All-Star replacement for Nick Kurtz
Chicago outfielder Tristan Peters was named to the 2026 AL All‑Star team as a replacement for injured first baseman Nick Kurtz after hitting for the cycle and becoming the second Canadian to do so.
16 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
MLB: Twins pitcher Go Woo‑suk earns first hold as Ohtani skips All‑Star Game
Twins’ Go Woo‑suk secures his first MLB hold, while Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani skips the All‑Star Game for knee surgery.
16 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
MLB adds four injury replacements for All-Star Game
Iván Herrera, Nick Martinez, Ceddanne Rafaela and Munetaka Murakami were named injury replacements for the 2026 MLB All‑Star Game in Philadelphia.
17 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Fukuoka's MLB Café to Host Free Public Viewing of 2026 All-Star Game
Fukuoka's MLB café at BOSS E・ZO will free‑host a public viewing of the 2026 MLB All‑Star Game on July 15, with a large screen, a ¥2,000 morning plate, and official MLB merchandise on sale.
17 days ago

[SPORTS] 38 sources
Shohei Ohtani to miss 2026 All-Star Game and upcoming start because of left‑knee irritation
Shohei Ohtani will miss the 2026 All‑Star Game and a Friday start due to left‑knee irritation; he’ll stay as DH and undergo treatment as the Dodgers chase a third straight title.
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani and Dodgers Earn 2026 ESPY Nominations as Player Eyes MVP Record
Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers receive 2026 ESPY nominations while analysts debate his chance to break Barry Bonds' MVP record after his 300th homer.
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
MLB celebrates Shohei Ohtani's 300th homer while condemning a disastrous Royals‑Mets game
Ohtani’s 300th homer earned an MLB tribute video, while a chaotic Royals‑Mets game was denounced as one of the worst, sparking jokes about fans shifting to soccer.
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Los Angeles Dodgers split games with Colorado Rockies, dropping second 4-3 after error‑filled inning
Los Angeles Dodgers beat Colorado Rockies 4-3 with Mookie Betts' late hit, then lost 4-3 the next night after a costly multi‑error inning, even as Justin Wrobleski pitched well and Shohei Ohtani reached his 300
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
MLB 2026: Ohtani's 300th homer, Fukuoka breakfast club launch, and July broadcast schedule
Ohtani hits his 300th MLB homer as the Dodgers lose to the Rockies; a new MLB Breakfast Club opens in Fukuoka with live game screenings; a July 10 MLB game airs early on SPORT1+.
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 24 sources
Shohei Ohtani hits 300th career home run, first Japanese‑born player to reach milestone
Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career home run as a leadoff against the Rockies, becoming the first Japanese‑born player to reach the mark; the Dodgers later lost 4‑3 after defensive errors.
20 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani improves catcher rapport, urged to join Home Run Derby
Ohtani and catcher Dalton Rushing reported better communication after a win, while U.S. media urged the star to enter the Home Run Derby despite injury concerns.
21 days ago

[SPORTS] 9 sources
Shohei Ohtani hits 300th MLB home run, first Japanese player to reach the mark
Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th MLB home run on July 8, 2026, becoming the first Japanese player to reach the milestone and strengthening his MVP candidacy.
21 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Shohei Ohtani back in Dodgers lineup, delivers two-run homer
Shohei Ohtani returned to the Dodgers, hitting a two-run homer to extend their NL West lead over the Padres.
22 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
MLB All-Star roster includes injured stars Skenes, Misiorowski, Ohtani and others
Injured pitchers Skenes, Misiorowski and Ohtani may miss the 2024 All-Star Game; Dodgers have four starters, and many top players grapple with health issues.
22 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani's Biceps Issue Prompts Dodgers to Rest Star After Friday Win
Shohei Ohtani exited early Friday vs. the Padres with a biceps strain; the Dodgers will rest him Saturday and evaluate his workload moving forward.
23 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Dodgers' Schedule Shift Makes Shohei Ohtani Unlikely to Pitch in 2026 MLB All-Star Game
Dodgers’ schedule change leaves Shohei Ohtani with only three rest days, making a pitching appearance at the July 14 All‑Star Game unlikely; he will still bat as DH after leading fan voting.
23 days ago

[SPORTS] 32 sources
Shohei Ohtani tops fan voting for 2026 MLB All-Star Game
Shohei Ohtani led fan voting for the 2026 MLB All‑Star Game in Philadelphia; Dodgers have four starters, Phillies five, and other teams, including the Blue Jays, are also represented.
23 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Dodgers beat Padres 4-3 as Ohtani and catcher Dalton Rushing find rhythm
The Dodgers edged the Padres 4-3, with Shohei Ohtani delivering a quality start and catcher Dalton Rushing showing improved chemistry; Teoscar Hernández hit a seventh‑inning grand slam.
25 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani pitches and bats in Dodgers' home game after second child is born
Shohei Ohtani debuted at home for the Dodgers after his second child’s birth, while a schedule shift likely ends his All‑Star Game chances, prompting mixed fan reactions.
26 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani posts historic June with 8 homers and 3 pitching wins
Shohei Ohtani hit .333 with eight homers, 19 RBIs and a 1.091 OPS, while also posting three wins and a 3.28 ERA in June, a first‑of‑its‑type MLB record.
28 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani meets Murakami in Chicago dinner; faces online debate over his back‑to‑back children
Shohei Ohtani dined with Murakami in Chicago after a series, sparking fan chatter, while his recent announcement of a second child close to his first drew online criticism and defense.
29 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani tops MVP mock vote as Kyle Tucker's contract draws criticism
Shohei Ohtani leads MLB MVP mock voting with a dominant margin, while Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker faces criticism over his $240 M contract after a sluggish start.
29 days ago

[SPORTS] 21 sources
Los Angeles Dodgers beat San Diego Padres 4-2 as Emmet Sheehan steadies rotation
Dodgers beat Padres 4‑2 in the series finale; Emmet Sheehan pitched five strong innings and Mookie Betts hit a bases‑loaded two‑run single, extending the Dodgers’ NL West lead to ten games.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Los Angeles Dodgers register 9‑run inning in San Diego, Ohtani stars as DH
The Dodgers beat the Padres 15‑3 in San Diego, highlighted by Shohei Ohtani’s two‑hit, two‑run performance as DH, Yusei Yamamoto’s eighth win, and a historic 9‑run sixth inning – the first such surge in thecity
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani’s atypical Dodgers contract sparks criticism and internal tension
Shohei Ohtani’s $7 billion, 97‑percent‑deferred Dodgers contract draws fan amazement, while teammate Kyle Tucker faces criticism for underperformance and catcher Dalton Rushing’s dispute with Ohtani highlights
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani and Dalton Rushing reconcile after on‑field dispute
After a June clash with catcher Dalton Rushing, Shohei Ohtani praised him following a home run, indicating the dispute is resolved.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 21 sources
Shohei Ohtani and Ernie Clement named All-Star starters after topping fan voting
Ohtani and Clement top MLB All‑Star fan voting and become automatic starters; the Blue Jays lose a third straight game to the Rangers and DFA pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani assumes pitch‑calling duties as Dodgers rally past Twins
Shohei Ohtani took over pitch‑calling after a miscommunication with catcher Dalton Rushing, guiding the Dodgers to a 4‑3 win over the Twins, while former manager Joe Maddon called the tension a “bad look.”
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
MLB All-Star fan voting draws criticism for Aaron Clement and highlights Japanese third‑base leader
Aaron Clement tops AL fan voting for the MLB All‑Star Game, sparking U.S. backlash, while Japanese infielder Kazuma Okamoto leads third‑base votes, a historic first for Japan.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani welcomes second child, a boy, and talks about double the parenting challenge
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani announced his second child, a boy, saying caring for two kids is twice as hard as one while he heads into a road trip.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mookie Betts hits 300th career home run as Dodgers beat Twins 4-3
Mookie Betts' 300th career homer powered the Dodgers to a 4‑3 win over the Twins, with Shohei Ohtani also contributing.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani to Pitch and Hit for Dodgers in Twins Game
Shohei Ohtani will both pitch and serve as DH for the Dodgers against the Twins, with stadium screens sharing personal trivia about the star player.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
MLB All-Star voting highlights historic Japanese infielder candidacy and criticism of high-paid outfielder
Kazuma Okamoto nears a historic All‑Star nod as the first Japanese infielder, while Mets’ Juan Soto, despite a ¥123.5 bn contract, ranks sixth in fan voting, sparking criticism.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
MLB All-Star voting anomalies spotlight Ohtani, Clement and surprising vote leaders
Fan voting for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game yields anomalies: Ohtani and Clement top the ballot, while players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Pete Crow‑Armstrong and James Wood rank unusually high or low despite on‑
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 14 sources
Los Angeles Dodgers sweep Minnesota Twins as Ohtani pitches and Betts hits 300th homer
The Dodgers swept the Twins 4‑3 in the finale as Shohei Ohtani pitched six innings, took over pitch‑calling after a clash with catcher Dalton Rushing, and Mookie Betts hit his 300th career homer; Will Smith is仍
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani’s second child birth draws criticism over close spacing, sparking medical and Korean media debate
Shohei Ohtani’s second child, born a year after his daughter, prompted Japanese critique over short spacing; a leading OB‑GYN defended flexibility and Korean media highlighted the backlash.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Shohei Ohtani's dual role fuels Dodgers' victory against Twins
Shohei Ohtani pitched, hit a leadoff homer and earned the win as the Dodgers beat the Twins 4‑3, while manager Dave Roberts confirmed catcher Daulton Levis’s imminent return.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Boston Red Sox slump as MLB All-Star voting heats up
Boston Red Sox sit at 31‑44 after a managerial change, while MLB All‑Star voting sees Shohei Ohtani and Ernie Clement leading the NL and AL, with Venezuelan stars also in contention.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Ernie Clement leads AL voting for 2026 MLB All-Star Game
Blue Jays’ Ernie Clement leads AL fan voting with 2.05 M votes; Shohei Ohtani tops overall. Phase 1 ends June 25; All‑Star Game set for July 14 in Philadelphia.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Shohei Ohtani hits 17th leadoff homer as Dodgers beat Twins
Shohei Ohtani led off with his 17th season homer, a 112.8 mph blast, as the Dodgers beat the Twins 2–1 on June 23, 2026.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Shohei Ohtani’s strong start with Dodgers makes him a Cy Young long‑shot
Shohei Ohtani is 7‑2 with a 1.47 ERA for the Dodgers and leads the NL in OBP, but oddsmakers still consider him a long‑shot for the Cy Young as Jacob Misiorowski is favored.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Shohei Ohtani hits home run after welcoming second child
Shohei Ohtani returned after the birth of his second child, hit a solo home run in the ninth inning against the Orioles, and sparked mixed fan reactions about the coverage of his fatherhood.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 22 sources
Shohei Ohtani returns after birth of second child, hits ninth‑inning homer but Dodgers lose to Orioles
Shohei Ohtani announced his second child, missed one game, returned to hit a ninth‑inning solo homer, but the Dodgers lost 3‑2 to the Orioles.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 43 sources
Shohei Ohtani on paternity leave as Dodgers host Orioles
Shohei Ohtani took paternity leave for the birth of his second child, missed Friday’s 6‑5 win over the Orioles, and is expected back Saturday; the Dodgers remain favored in the series.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Shohei Ohtani pitches through knee inflammation and hand blister as Dodgers clinch 5-4 win
Shohei Ohtani pitched for six innings despite knee inflammation and a hand blister, helping the Dodgers beat the Rays 5‑4 and staying a top NL MVP favorite.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Otani earns 7th win for Dodgers as MLB broadcast schedule released
Shohei Otani secured his 7th win for the Dodgers and will bat as DH in the June 20 game, broadcast on NHK BS11 and streaming services.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani battles knee concerns and a batting slump while earning his 7th win for the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani’s knee issues hurt his batting (0‑for‑4, avg < .300) but he still earned his 7th win, pitching six innings with four runs and a bleeding finger.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Shohei Ohtani tops MLB All-Star voting as Dodgers and Braves dominate NL selections
Shohei Ohtani leads NL All-Star voting with 1.16 M votes; Dodgers and Braves dominate selections, while Yordan Álvarez tops the AL roster ahead of the July 14 game in Philadelphia.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Shohei Ohtani tops MLB All-Star voting as Dodgers dominate fan selections
Shohei Ohtani leads early MLB All‑Star voting with 1.17 M votes; several Dodgers top position votes as Phase 1 ends June 25. Dave Roberts to manage NL All‑Stars.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Tyler Callihan's two-homer night lifts Pirates over Dodgers
Rookie Tyler Callihan hit his first two career homers—a solo off Shohei Ohtani and a three‑run blast off Kyle Hurt—as the Pirates rallied to beat the Dodgers 9‑8.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Pirates rally to beat Dodgers 9-8 after Ohtani collapse
Pirates erased a five‑run Dodgers lead, winning 9‑8 after Ohtani’s collapse and a late‑inning rally.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani powers Dodgers to 7-0 win over Diamondbacks and gets Thursday off
Shohei Ohtani threw six shutout innings, hit above .300 and led the Dodgers to a 7‑0 win over the Diamondbacks; he will rest on Thursday.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 11 sources
Shohei Ohtani's 0.74 ERA fuels Dodgers' sweep of Diamondbacks
Shohei Ohtani’s six scoreless innings cut his ERA to 0.74 and, with a 3‑for‑4 night, powered the Dodgers to a 7‑0 win over the Diamondbacks, cementing his MVP and Cy Young candidacy.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Shohei Ohtani throws six no-hit innings, hits leadoff homer in Dodgers' 4-1 win over Rockies
Shohei Ohtani threw six no-hit innings, hit a leadoff homer, and led the Dodgers to a 4-1 win over the Rockies, lamenting his lack of command.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Shohei Ohtani does not bat when pitching for Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani consistently skips batting when he pitches for the Dodgers.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 9 sources
Shohei Ohtani endures four‑game hitless streak while clinching NL Pitcher of the Month
Ohtani endures a four‑game hitless stretch while earning NL Pitcher of the Month for April.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Dodgers push back on Shohei Ohtani Rule criticism as Cubs manager brands it bad
Dodgers reject Cubs critique of the Shohei Ohtani Rule; Counsell says the rule is bad.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Cubs manager calls Ohtani rule bizarre as Dodgers benefit from two-way designation
Counsell calls the Ohtani two-way rule bizarre as Dodgers use an extra pitcher due to his designation.

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