Dodgers manager Dave Roberts uncertain about Shohei Ohtani missing injury list time

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani remains out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive game as the team assesses his physical condition. Manager Dave Roberts stated he is no longer confident that Ohtani will avoid a stint on the injured list. Ohtani struggled during a Wednesday appearance against the St. Louis Cardinals, recording four strikeouts in four at-bats while appearing to show discomfort. The team is currently monitoring how his body responds to baseball activities to determine if he requires a recovery period similar to the week off he took during the All-Star break. While the Dodgers initially treated the absence as a brief mental and physical reset, the organization now acknowledges that four to five additional days of rest could be necessary to ensure his health for the remainder of the season.

• 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Dave Roberts No Longer ‘Confident’ Shohei Ohtani Will Avoid IL