Shohei Ohtani not playing in All-Star Game due to knee injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 12:46 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way player, is not participating in the All-Star Game on July 15 due to ongoing irritation in his left knee. While he was elected as the starting designated hitter for the National League, Kyle Schwarber will take his place in the lineup. The Dodgers are exercising caution with Ohtani's health as they prepare for a potential postseason push. Treatment is ongoing, and the team hopes he will be ready for the Fall Classic as they aim for a championship.
- •Ohtani is recovering from irritation in his left knee.
- •He was elected as the starting DH for the National League.
- •Kyle Schwarber is starting in his place for the All-Star Game.
- •The Dodgers aim to have Ohtani ready for the Fall Classic.
- 12:46 AMYahoo Sports — Why Shohei Ohtani isn't playing tonight in All-Star Game for Dodgers
"The superstar two-way player isn't on the field.
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