Ohtani declares he’ll return as two-way player for Dodgers

Ohtani says he will return as two-way player next season

New York Post • 17 Oct 02:49

Shohei Ohtani indicated his intention to pitch and hit for the Dodgers again next year, noting disappointment at missing postseason innings and outlining his offseason focus.

Ohtani aims to pitch next season despite uncertain surgery plans

MLB Trade Rumors • 16 Oct 16:00

Shohei Ohtani said he intends to return to the mound in 2027, though he has not decided whether knee or biceps surgery will be required during the offseason.

Dodgers put Shohei Ohtani back in leadoff spot for NLCS Game 4

New York Post • 15 Oct 20:51

Facing a 0-3 deficit, the Los Angeles Dodgers moved Shohei Ohtani to the top of the lineup for Game 4 of the National League Championship Series.

Dodgers confirm Shohei Ohtani will start in NLCS Game 3

Bleacher Report • 14 Oct 21:52

Manager Dave Roberts said the two-way star will bat sixth in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series as Los Angeles trails the Milwaukee Brewers 2-0.

Dodgers weigh options as Ohtani struggles in Game 3 of 2026 NLDS

MLB.com • 14 Oct 09:48

Shohei Ohtani is slated to start Game 3 despite a .150 batting line in the postseason and lingering injuries, prompting the Dodgers to assess his health and timing issues.

Dodgers confirm Shohei Ohtani will play in NLCS Game 3 despite recent injuries

Yahoo Sports • 14 Oct 01:35

Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani feels ready to start in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series, while the player acknowledged lingering symptoms but focused on swing adjustments.

Dodgers manager confirms Ohtani will start in NLCS Game 3

ESPN • 14 Oct 00:04

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani will be in the lineup for Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Dodgers weigh benching Ohtani as NLCS deficit deepens

CBS Sports • 13 Oct 14:50

Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts said he will discuss Ohtani's role with the player after the team fell behind 2-0 in the National League Championship Series.

Dodgers consider benching Shohei Ohtani ahead of Game 3 in NLCS

Yahoo Sports • 13 Oct 12:38

Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts said he will discuss Ohtani's role with the player after the star's limited production in the first two games of the National League Championship Series.

Dodgers weigh benching Shohei Ohtani amid NLCS deficit and injury concerns

Bleacher Report • 13 Oct 11:51

Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts said he will discuss Ohtani's health and role with the player after the Dodgers fell behind 2-0 to Milwaukee in the National League Championship Series.

Dodgers weigh benching Ohtani for NLCS Game 3

MLB Trade Rumors • 13 Oct 03:16

Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts is considering removing Shohei Ohtani from the lineup for Game 3 of the NLCS as the player struggles with injuries and reduced performance.