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Dodgers prioritize Shohei Ohtani's hitting over pitching amid knee issues

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Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Dodgers prioritize Shohei Ohtani's hitting over pitching amid knee issues
Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discussed the team's approach to Shohei Ohtani's role following his knee soreness. Ohtani has been a two-way player, pitching regularly while also batting, but the Dodgers recently shut him down from pitching to manage the knee issue. Roberts stated the organization values Ohtani's hitting more than his pitching, given the team's pitching depth. Ohtani will focus on hitting while recovering, missing his latest scheduled start and the All-Star Game. He is currently hitting.207/.258/.379 in the last week.

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  • •Dave Roberts says Dodgers value Ohtani's hitting more than pitching.
  • •Ohtani is currently sidelined from pitching due to knee soreness.
  • •He has missed his last start and will not attend the All-Star Game.
  • •Ohtani is batting.207 over the last seven games.
  • •The Dodgers plan to prioritize his health while he continues hitting.
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  • 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Roberts Reveals Which Version of Shohei Ohtani Dodgers Value More
What they're saying
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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts spoke about whether Shohei Ohtani's pitching or hitting is more valuable.

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