Dodgers evaluate shutting down Shohei Ohtani from pitching for remainder of season

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed the team is considering ending Shohei Ohtani’s pitching duties for the remainder of the 2026 season. Ohtani, who has struggled recently on the field, appeared to be playing at less than full health during a loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. While the team has not finalized a decision, the possibility remains under evaluation as the postseason approaches in less than a month. A move to end Ohtani's pitching season would likely impact his bid for the National League MVP award, where he currently faces competition from Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs. Despite having recorded 30 home runs and a 1.79 ERA over 85.2 innings, Ohtani is managing a difficult final stretch. The Dodgers continue to monitor his physical status before committing to a final course of action.

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