Dave Roberts manages Shohei Ohtani workload for Los Angeles Dodgers postseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 1:31 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is implementing a cautious workload plan for Shohei Ohtani to ensure the designated hitter reaches peak health for the postseason. Ohtani recently experienced discomfort in his right biceps and neck, leading to missed games. While Ohtani returned to the lineup briefly, he was out again on Tuesday as the team prioritizes his recovery. The organization has ruled out a return to the mound for the remainder of the season so Ohtani can focus entirely on his hitting. With roughly 20 games remaining in the regular season, Roberts expects to provide Ohtani with additional scheduled rest days. The team aim is to have him fully prepared for the upcoming October schedule.
- •Shohei Ohtani dealt with recent right biceps and neck discomfort.
- •The Dodgers confirmed Ohtani will not pitch again this season.
- •Dave Roberts plans to use periodic off days to manage Ohtani's physical condition.
- •Ohtani aims to prioritize his hitting duties for the rest of the year.
- •The team has approximately 19 to 20 games left before the postseason begins.
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers' Dave Roberts Speaks On Load Management Plan For Shohei Ohtani
"Shohei Ohtani recently missed four games for the Los Angeles Dodgers
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