What happened: Shohei Ohtani is managing irritation in his left knee and an issue in his right bicep on the pitching side. He postponed a scheduled bullpen session after experiencing discomfort following his previous mound work.
Why it matters: A delayed buildup would leave fewer starts to stretch out before the postseason. His hitting availability has continued because pitching, rather than hitting, has aggravated the knee.
By the numbers: Ohtani's latest mound session lasted 30 pitches; the knee irritation has persisted for more than a month.
What to watch: His next bullpen session and response afterward will determine whether his progression toward another start can resume.