Dodgers sit Shohei Ohtani to ‘build him up slowly’ after 2-strikeout return
Summary
Shohei Ohtani did not play in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup on Tuesday after returning from a short break due to injuries. The Dodgers’ manager said they want to help Ohtani recover slowly by limiting his playing time since he is dealing with knee and arm soreness and will not pitch again this season.Key Facts
- Ohtani returned to play on Monday after a four-day break because of injuries.
- He went 0 for 3 at bat, struck out twice, and walked once in the game against the Cincinnati Reds.
- Ohtani has soreness in his left knee and right biceps.
- The Dodgers’ manager, Dave Roberts, decided to rest Ohtani on Tuesday to help him heal.
- Ohtani won’t pitch again this season but will focus on hitting.
- He may come back to play as a pinch hitter soon.
- Tommy Edman played center field and led off in Ohtani’s spot on Tuesday.
- The Dodgers are trying to win their fifth game in a row.
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