Shohei Ohtani's status uncertain for Dodgers versus White Sox on Friday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:12 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Shohei Ohtani was removed from Thursday's game due to left knee inflammation. Dodgers head coach Dave Roberts indicated that it is a precautionary measure and Ohtani's status for the weekend series against the Chicago White Sox remains hopeful. Ohtani, who is having an outstanding season as both a hitter and pitcher, has not been placed on the injured list. The Dodgers are in a strong position in the NL West with an eight-game lead, allowing them to be cautious with his recovery. A final decision on Ohtani's availability is expected as the game approaches.
- •Ohtani left Thursday's game with left knee inflammation.
- •Dave Roberts described the move as a precaution.
- •Ohtani's availability for Friday's game is uncertain but hopeful.
- •He is hitting.305 this season with 13 home runs.
- •The Dodgers lead the NL West by eight games.
- 7:57 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani returns to Dodgers lineup after being sidelined by knee issue
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- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani out of Dodgers' lineup for Friday's game vs. White Sox with left knee inflammation
- 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani Injury Update: The Dodgers Star's Status Is Still Up In The Air For Friday Night Due To Knee Issue
"Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani returned to the starting lineup on Saturday after missing a game because of inflammation in his left knee. Ohtani was leading off while serving as the designated hitter for the Dodgers' game against the Chicago White Sox. “We took him out of the game the other night just for precautionary,” manager Dave Roberts said Saturday.
"Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani's availability for the weekend series with the White Sox was uncertain, but expected him to make his regular pitching turn on Wednesday.
"Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher and DH was forced from Thursday night's game with left knee inflammation. This is the latest update on his status.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 7:57 PMShohei Ohtani returns to Dodgers lineup after being sidelined by knee issue
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani returned to the starting lineup on Saturday after missing a game because of inflammation in his left knee. Ohtani was leading off while serving as the designated hitter for the Dodgers' game against the Chicago White Sox. “We took him out of the game the other night just for precautionary,” manager Dave Roberts said Saturday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 11:22 PMShohei Ohtani’s Lingering Knee Problem Back in Focus After Injury
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani left Thursday's game against the Pirates with left knee inflammation, though he has a history of knee issues.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 10:25 PMShohei Ohtani out of Dodgers' lineup for Friday's game vs. White Sox with left knee inflammation
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani's availability for the weekend series with the White Sox was uncertain, but expected him to make his regular pitching turn on Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 3:12 PMShohei Ohtani Injury Update: The Dodgers Star's Status Is Still Up In The Air For Friday Night Due To Knee Issue
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher and DH was forced from Thursday night's game with left knee inflammation. This is the latest update on his status.
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