Shohei Ohtani struggles with blister as Dodgers defeat Rays 5-4

Shohei Ohtani pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Tampa Bay Rays on June 17, struggling with a blister and allowing four earned runs over six innings. Despite Ohtani's difficulties, the Dodgers secured a 5-4 victory to complete a three-game sweep against the Rays. Ohtani's performance marked his second consecutive rough outing, leading to a rise in his ERA from 0.74 to 1.47. After a strong start, he faced challenges in the fifth inning when his blister reopened, contributing to a four-run fifth for the Rays. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that Ohtani's knee issues may also be affecting his delivery but downplayed concerns overall. The Dodgers are set to play their next game against the Twins, with Ohtani expected to make his scheduled start.

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