Dodgers place Shohei Ohtani on injured list following ongoing communication concerns

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed designated hitter Shohei Ohtani on the injured list after he struggled with recurring bicep and knee issues. Ohtani had been managing discomfort since late May, though his condition recently impacted his hitting mechanics and overall performance. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the organization addressed communication protocols with the player after Ohtani failed to disclose the extent of his physical symptoms until after a scheduled game appearance. Reporter Ken Rosenthal suggested that Ohtani’s reluctance to share health updates, a trend noted in previous players like Clayton Kershaw and Freddie Freeman, complicated the team's postseason preparation. Ohtani stated he plans to reflect on his approach to medical communication during the offseason. The Dodgers have promoted Josue De Paula to the active roster to fill the vacancy.

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