Shohei Ohtani reflects on disappointing postseason for Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 4:22 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Shohei Ohtani expressed frustration regarding his performance after the Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Championship Series. While the Dodgers had hoped to win a third consecutive World Series, they were swept by the Brewers after defeating the Atlanta Braves in the NL Division Series. Ohtani's postseason struggles were attributed to a lingering knee and bicep issue, resulting in a batting average of.192 and only one home run. He admitted that the season was not up to his standard, despite finishing as a runner-up for the National League MVP. Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged Ohtani's difficulties and indicated a desire to have a conversation about his future.
- •Dodgers lost to Brewers in NL Championship Series, ending their season.
- •Ohtani struggled with injuries, batting.192 in postseason.
- •He expressed disappointment in his individual performance this season.
- •Ohtani will seek to improve and perform at a higher level next season.
- •Dave Roberts plans to discuss Ohtani's situation to find a way forward.
- 4:22 AMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani Makes Tough Confession After Dodgers’ Season
"The Los Angeles Dodgers understandably had their eyes set on winning a third straight World Series championship, a goal they felt was possible not only after acquiring ace pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers, but after once again winning the National League West Division.But despite a victory over the Atlanta Braves in the NL […] The post Shohei Ohtani Makes Tough Confession After Dodgers’ Season appeared first on HEAVY.
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