What happened: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani would be pitching if this were October, but does not expect it to affect his mound schedule after the All-Star break. Roberts said the concern level is low, based on what he's been told.
Why it matters: The comments follow Ohtani's early exit earlier this month with right bicep tightness and come days after he was cleared for a Friday start before the break. Roberts's remarks signal the Dodgers still plan on Ohtani being available on the mound as the club continues its push in a 61-33 season.
By the numbers: Dodgers are 61-33 this season, on a one-game win streak and outscoring opponents 5.3 to 3.6 per game.
What to watch: Ohtani's next pitching outing will be watched closely after the All-Star break.