Shohei Ohtani nearly injured by teammate Alex Call at Dodgers dugout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Shohei Ohtani narrowly avoided injury when Alex Call accidentally kicked his right elbow while exiting the Dodgers dugout. The incident occurred after the Dodgers' 9-5 win against the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 23, 2026. Ohtani was seen shaking his elbow in apparent pain, raising concerns given his recent knee issues. The Dodgers have a day off on July 24, which may affect Ohtani's condition moving forward. Call reportedly appeared fearful after the incident.
- •Ohtani has not pitched in 20 days due to knee pain.
- •Dodgers won 9-5 against the Phillies on July 23, 2026.
- •The incident occurred while climbing over the dugout barrier.
- •Ohtani was seen shaking his elbow after the contact.
- •The Dodgers are off on July 24, 2026.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani was nearly hurt by his own teammate while leaving Dodgers dugout
"You could see the fear on Alex Call's face.
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