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Shohei Ohtani takes first swings since landing on IL, Dodgers still hopeful he can return before playoffs
Yahoo Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Shohei Ohtani took his first swings off a tee since being placed on the injured list on September 8 due to right biceps inflammation, indicating progress in his recovery.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts described Ohtani's workout as positive and emphasized a consistent build-up toward his return, though no definitive timeline has been set.
- Ohtani has struggled with multiple injuries this season, including a knee issue that ended his pitching early in July, and is not expected to pitch again this year.
- The Dodgers, currently leading the NL West with a 92-59 record, have already clinched a playoff spot, and Ohtani will be eligible to return no earlier than September 23 with only five regular-season games remaining.
- Despite the tight timeline, the Dodgers remain hopeful Ohtani can get enough playing time before the postseason begins.
