Shohei Ohtani Out of Dodgers Lineup for Second Straight Game
Ohtani missed a second consecutive game amid nagging physical concerns, per MLB.com's Sonja Chen, with no timetable reported for his return.
Shohei Ohtani was out of the Dodgers starting lineup for a second consecutive game amid nagging physical concerns, MLB.com's Sonja Chen reported.
The absence fits into an already layered late-season health picture for Ohtani. Per earlier reporting, he has not pitched since July 3 due to a right knee issue, and the most recent stretch of missed games has also involved neck and right biceps problems. Whether those concerns are related or simply the accumulated toll of a long season has not been specified in the available reporting.
What we don't know yet
No timetable for Ohtani's return to the lineup has been reported, and the nature of the physical concerns has not been detailed beyond the characterization of them as nagging. His status beyond this second missed game remains unconfirmed.
The broader Dodgers picture
Los Angeles has been navigating a busy roster period around Ohtani's absence. Dalton Rushing was activated from the injured list and placed in a bench role, giving the club an additional option down the stretch. The Dodgers also outrighted catcher Ben Rortvedt to Triple-A Oklahoma City after designating him for assignment.
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