Ohtani says knee felt good after recent bullpen session, powers Dodgers with 2 homers in 11-5 win
Summary
Shohei Ohtani said his knee felt good after a recent bullpen session as the Los Angeles Dodgers won 11-5 against the Colorado Rockies. Ohtani hit two home runs in the game and has not pitched since July 3 due to knee irritation but is hopeful to return soon.Key Facts
- Ohtani’s knee felt good after his last bullpen session, and he is scheduled for another on Tuesday.
- He has not pitched in a game since July 3 due to irritation in his left knee.
- Ohtani is 8-2 as a pitcher this season with a 1.79 ERA and 95 strikeouts in 85 2/3 innings.
- Ohtani hit two home runs in the Dodgers’ 11-5 win over the Rockies.
- The Dodgers scored 11 runs, their highest since July 2.
- Ohtani has hit safely in 21 straight games at Coors Field, with nine home runs and 24 RBIs during that streak.
- Other key players in the game included Freddie Freeman, Andy Pages, and Max Muncy, who also had strong performances.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Ohtani’s hitting and approach at the plate.
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