Ohtani sidelined by knee, neck, and biceps issues in late-season stretch
Ohtani's right knee has kept him off the mound since July 3, and new neck and biceps problems caused him to miss Thursday's game vs. St. Louis.
Shohei Ohtani has been unable to pitch since July 3 due to a balky right knee, with no return to the mound currently in sight. This week, neck and right biceps issues also forced him to sit out Thursday's game against St. Louis. The compounding injuries have visibly affected his overall production and MVP standing. Entering Friday, Ohtani is slashing .279/.381/.525 with 30 HR and 80 RBI, posting an 8-2 record and 1.79 ERA in 14 starts.
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