Shohei Ohtani plays despite struggling in Dodgers' finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 2:01 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Shohei Ohtani will participate in the Dodgers' regular-season finale against the San Francisco Giants on September 27, 2026. Ohtani has had a difficult return from the injured list, going 1-for-9 with five strikeouts in the series. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts commented on Ohtani's struggles, attributing them to his approach rather than health issues. With the National League Division Series starting on October 3, Ohtani's performance and health will be critical as the Dodgers prepare for postseason play.
- •Ohtani is 1-for-9 with five strikeouts in his last two games.
- •Dodgers prioritize managing Ohtani's workload ahead of playoffs.
- •Manager Dave Roberts suggests Ohtani's struggles stem from approach.
- •Dodgers face the Giants in their regular-season finale on September 27.
- •Ohtani's health will be key for the National League Division Series.
- 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani will play in Dodgers’ regular-season finale — but shouldn’t
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