Shohei Ohtani remains committed to two-way play despite injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Shohei Ohtani is on the injured list due to neck, knee, and biceps issues but is not ready to abandon his pursuit of being a two-way player for the Dodgers. Analysts suggest Ohtani's desire to prove himself into his 30s may drive him to return to pitching next season. While the Dodgers may prefer him to take on a limited role, Ohtani's status as the face of the franchise could shape their decisions regarding his playing time. He has downplayed previous injuries, which delayed his placement on the injured list, and his future as a two-way player remains uncertain but actively pursued.
- •Ohtani is currently on the injured list due to multiple injuries.
- •He stopped pitching in early July but aims to return to two-way play.
- •The Dodgers may have limited say in his career decisions.
- •Ohtani's commitment to two-way play persists despite injury setbacks.
- •His situation could influence team dynamics and strategy moving forward.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Why Shohei Ohtani is not likely to give up two-way dream for Dodgers despite injury
"Shohei Ohtani is not going to stop trying to be a two-way player yet.
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