Shohei Ohtani throws bullpen session ahead of possible return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers participated in a bullpen session on August 15, 2026, marking his first since July 22. Ohtani has been recovering from left knee inflammation, last pitching in a game on July 3. Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes remains optimistic about Ohtani's return before the regular season ends. Manager Dave Roberts indicated Ohtani needs at least one more bullpen session and two simulated games before possibly returning to the mound.
- •Ohtani threw a 35-pitch bullpen session at Dodger Stadium.
- •He has been sidelined due to left knee inflammation.
- •The Dodgers have not set a firm timeline for his return.
- •Ohtani needs additional practice sessions before returning to game action.
- •Dodgers aim to utilize Ohtani gradually, even for limited innings.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani throws first bullpen session in over 3 weeks
"Ohtani will need at least one more bullpen session and two live BP sessions before potential returning to game action
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
MLB•Oct 22, 2026, 11:59 PMFormer GM’s ‘Blockbuster’ Trade Proposal Would Gut Dodgers’ Youth for Win-Now Roster
MLB•Oct 22, 2026, 11:06 PMWhy Brandon Woodruff isn’t a lock for Brewers’ World Series roster
MLB•Oct 22, 2026, 8:58 PMNick Martinez to start game one of the 2026 World Series
MLB•Oct 22, 2026, 8:54 PM“Just one before I die”
MLB•Oct 22, 2026, 8:22 PMBrewers owner didn't need a salary cap to make World Series. He still endorses it
MLB•Oct 22, 2026, 8:17 PMWhat time is the Brewer game on Friday? Game 1, World Series schedule