Shohei Ohtani, the two‑way star of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has been removed from the club’s rotation indefinitely after receiving an Orthovisc injection in his left knee during the All‑Star break.
The procedure, intended to alleviate inflammation, has not yet restored full mobility, but Ohtani is already ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation, throwing from flat ground and planning to test a mound session over the weekend.
Rehabilitation Progress
Coach Dave Roberts confirmed that the pitcher is targeting a limited workload before the postseason, with the organization prioritizing long‑term health over short‑term availability.
The Dodgers’ pitching staff remains deep, as veteran left‑hander Blake Snell and right‑hander Tyler Glasnow are slated to rejoin the rotation in the coming weeks, providing a boost to the club’s October aspirations.
General manager Andrew Friedman indicated that the team may cap Ohtani’s innings once he returns, ensuring he enters the playoffs with a fresh arm while the club leans on its existing arms to secure a postseason berth.
This season, Ohtani has posted a 1.79 earned run average across 14 starts, striking out 95 batters and showcasing the dominance that made him a front‑runner for the Cy Young Award.