Source: Associated Press
Summary
Shohei Ohtani will not pitch against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday due to knee discomfort and a recurring biceps issue. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani’s knee remains painful and his next start is uncertain. Tyler Glasnow will start in Ohtani’s place. Ohtani has not pitched since July 3 and would have only thrown an inning or two. Roberts questioned whether it was worth using Ohtani if he wasn’t fully healthy. Ohtani has continued to hit well, batting .274 with 12 home runs since his last pitching appearance.
Our Reading
This one felt recognizable early.
Ohtani’s knee aches again. Same as before.
Roberts talks about the pain. Same as before.
Glasnow takes the mound. Same as before.
Team wins without him. Same as before.
It’s not a setback. It’s a rerun.
Author: Evan Null
Shohei’s Knee Again
Shohei Ohtani’s knee discomfort resurfaced, forcing him to sit out Sunday’s game against the Detroit Tigers. The issue came up during a Friday bullpen session, and it’s the same knee that’s troubled him before. Ohtani hasn’t pitched since July 3, and his next start is uncertain. The Dodgers are now relying on Tyler Glasnow to fill in, a move that’s become familiar.
Same Old Story
Ohtani’s biceps issue is also back, adding to the list of recurring problems. The two-way star has been able to hit through the injuries, batting .274 with 12 home runs in 45 games since his last pitching appearance. But his pitching has been put on hold again, and the Dodgers are adjusting. It’s the same script they’ve seen before.
Roberts’ Dilemma
Dave Roberts is once again faced with the question of whether to use Ohtani if he’s not fully healthy. “The hard part right now is trying to figure out if he’s not 100% in the overall body, is it worth giving him an inning to build him up,” Roberts said. It’s a decision that’s become routine for the Dodgers. They’ve learned to win without him.
Team Adjusts
The addition of Tarik Skubal has made it easier for the Dodgers to win without Ohtani in the rotation. The team has found a way to function without their two-way star, and it’s not a problem they’re struggling with. The plan is to keep moving forward, even if Ohtani’s schedule remains unclear.
Repeat Performance
It’s not a surprise when Ohtani’s health issues resurface. It’s a pattern that fans have seen before. The Dodgers are used to it. The media is used to it. The only thing that changes is the timing. Ohtani’s knee aches again. The team moves on. It’s the same game, just with a different date on the calendar.
