Dodgers announce timeline for Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Shohei Ohtani, Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter, is nearing a return to pitching after being sidelined since July 3. Manager Dave Roberts stated Ohtani would not pitch in the upcoming game against the Detroit Tigers, with no confirmed target return date. Ohtani reported not feeling "100 percent" after a 20-pitch bullpen session. While the Dodgers are not considering a minor league rehab assignment due to the value of Ohtani's bat, he requires time to regain his form as a starter. The organization has yet to decide whether to shut him down from pitching for the remainder of the season.
- •Ohtani has not pitched since July 3, 2026.
- •Roberts confirmed Ohtani will not pitch against the Tigers.
- •Ohtani felt unwell after a recent bullpen session.
- •The Dodgers are weighing options for Ohtani's pitching status.
- •Ohtani's absence impacts the Dodgers' pitching depth.
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani injury: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says shutting down star as a pitcher for the season is 'an option'
- 11:59 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers news: Latest Shohei Ohtani pitching update comes with outfield admission
- 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers get reinforcements; Shohei Ohtani's status still uncertain
- 2:57 AMYahoo Sports — Will Shohei Ohtani pitch again in 2026? Injury update on Dodgers ace
- 12:58 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Drop Update On When Shohei Ohtani's Next Pitching Performance Will Be
"Will Shohei Ohtani pitch again this season ? Could playing a corner outfield position be a possibility? As expected, the Los Angeles Dodgers star is likely not going to play in the outfield anytime soon. There is also a chance that Ohtani could be shut down from pitching again in 2026, but nothing is officially decided yet. Dodgers Nation shared […] The post Dodgers news: Latest Shohei Ohtani pitching update comes with outfield admission appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers entered September with a crowded roster, a few familiar faces returning and plenty of questions to sort through with the regular season winding down.
"Shohei Ohtani’s status as a two-way star for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season took a turn over the past week.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 1:17 AMShohei Ohtani injury: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says shutting down star as a pitcher for the season is 'an option'
Shohei Ohtani might have already thrown his last pitch in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 11:59 PMDodgers news: Latest Shohei Ohtani pitching update comes with outfield admission
Will Shohei Ohtani pitch again this season ? Could playing a corner outfield position be a possibility? As expected, the Los Angeles Dodgers star is likely not going to play in the outfield anytime soon. There is also a chance that Ohtani could be shut down from pitching again in 2026, but nothing is officially decided yet. Dodgers Nation shared […] The post Dodgers news: Latest Shohei Ohtani pitching update comes with outfield admission appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 1:27 AMDodgers get reinforcements; Shohei Ohtani's status still uncertain
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers entered September with a crowded roster, a few familiar faces returning and plenty of questions to sort through with the regular season winding down.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 2:57 AMWill Shohei Ohtani pitch again in 2026? Injury update on Dodgers ace
Shohei Ohtani’s status as a two-way star for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season took a turn over the past week.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 12:58 AMDodgers Drop Update On When Shohei Ohtani's Next Pitching Performance Will Be
Shohei Ohtani is nearing a return to pitching, but the timeline is somewhat unclear
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