Shohei Ohtani struggles at the plate during NLDS against Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 3:17 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
Shohei Ohtani, a finalist for the Hank Aaron Award, has struggled at the plate during the 2026 NLDS against the Atlanta Braves. Despite being a three-time award winner and showing strong overall numbers this season, Ohtani has only two singles in eight at-bats during the series and is hitting.160 in recent games. Manager Dave Roberts mentioned the possibility of moving Ohtani down in the batting lineup as the Dodgers seek a breakthrough in a tied series. Ohtani expressed uncertainty about the root cause of his struggles amidst ongoing injuries since late September.
- •Ohtani has two singles in eight at-bats in the NLDS.
- •He has a.160 batting average in the past 94 plate appearances.
- •Manager Dave Roberts may consider moving Ohtani down in the lineup.
- •Ohtani has battled injuries, including knee inflammation and a biceps issue.
- •He is one of ten finalists for the NL Hank Aaron Award.
- 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani, Hank Aaron Award finalist, still searching at the plate
"Dodgers designated hitter has won the Hank Aaron Award, the honor given annually to the top offensive player in his league, in each of the previous three seasons, in 2023 with the Angels then in 2024-25 in his first two years with the Dodgers. Ohtani won’t win it this season, but he’s a finalist again, […]
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