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MLB·INJURY·July 29, 2026 02:37 AM ET

Ohtani adds right bicep issue to October pitching concerns

He is also managing irritation in his left knee.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 291 min read
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In addition to the irritation in his left knee, Shohei Ohtani revealed his right bicep has also been an issue on the pit Via @Alden_Gonzalez on X

What happened: The bicep issue affects Shohei Ohtani on the pitching side. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was asked whether Ohtani is still expected to pitch, rather than only hit, in October.

Why it matters: Ohtani's two-way role gives the Dodgers separate pitching and hitting decisions for October. A mound limitation could shape how the club uses him then.

What to watch: Watch for the Dodgers to clarify their October pitching expectation for Ohtani.

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