Shohei Ohtani's next start postponed due to knee injury
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:21 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Shohei Ohtani will not pitch for the Dodgers as scheduled amid a knee injury that required drainage over the All-Star break. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that Ohtani's return is not imminent, emphasizing the need to give the knee a chance to heal. Ohtani continues to serve as the designated hitter, recently starting in that role for a doubleheader. The Dodgers are currently maintaining a 12-game lead in the NL West, allowing them to manage Ohtani's workload carefully as they prepare for the postseason. With key pitchers on the injured list, the team may explore acquiring additional pitching help before the trade deadline.
- •Ohtani had his knee drained over the All-Star break.
- •He will not return to the starting rotation as planned.
- •Ohtani continues to hit as the designated hitter.
- •The Dodgers hold a 12-game lead in the NL West.
- •They may pursue a frontline starter before the trade deadline.
- 3:21 PMCBS Sports — Shohei Ohtani's next pitching start postponed amid knee injury: 'It's gonna be some time'
"Ohtani had his knee drained over the All-Star break
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