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Shohei Ohtani impresses but faces Cy Young workload concerns

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Shohei Ohtani impresses but faces Cy Young workload concerns

Summary

Shohei Ohtani is showcasing an exceptional pitching performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2026 season, recording a remarkable 0.74 ERA over his first 10 starts. Despite this historic start, Ohtani's low innings pitched due to the Dodgers' six-man rotation raises doubts about his eligibility for the Cy Young Award. On June 8, he has accumulated only 61 innings pitched, significantly trailing competitors like Cristopher Sánchez and Jacob Misiorowski, who lead the league in innings and strikeouts. If this trend continues, Ohtani's chances for winning the prestigious award could diminish as the season advances.

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•Ohtani has a 0.74 ERA through 10 starts this season.
•He is projected to finish the season with 155-160 innings.
•Cristopher Sánchez and Jacob Misiorowski are leading competitors in the NL.
•The Dodgers are using a six-man rotation to manage Ohtani's workload.
•Ohtani's pitch metrics are elite, but volume discrepancies may impact his Cy Young candidacy.

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