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Shohei Ohtani Remains Scheduled For Next Pitching Start

Shohei Ohtani reached the fourth inning in his start against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, but didn’t record an out and ended up walking off the mound with a trainer due to what the Los Angeles Dodgers deemed cramps.

Shohei Ohtani News / Fastball on SI / August 2

Los Angeles Dodgers Manager Makes Important Revelation Regarding Shohei Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers shut out the Tampa Bay Rays 5-0 on Friday night at Steinbrenner Field. With the win, they are 64-46 while the Rays dropped to 54-57 with the loss.

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Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani destroys bat on shocking hit

The Los Angeles Dodgers are taking on the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday in the first contest of a three-game series. L.A. is hoping to maintain its lead on the NL West by at least going 2-1 over Tampa Bay.

Shohei Ohtani News / Dodger Blue / August 1

Dodgers Not Worried About Shohei Ohtani’s Hitting During Or After Pitching Starts

After setting multiple records as a hitter last year, Shohei Ohtani has returned to a two-way role in his second season with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The three-time MVP made his Dodgers pitching debut on June 16 and has totaled seven starts to date, yielding a 2.40 ERA in 15 innings of work.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 31

Shohei Ohtani Attempted To Pitch Through Cramps

The Los Angeles Dodgers strategically planned for Shohei Ohtani to make his next start on Wednesday, which amounted to receiving eight days of rest between outings as a pitcher and coming before an off day in their schedule.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 31

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts breaks silence on Shohei Ohtani’s cramp issue vs. Reds

When pitcher Shohei Ohtani exited the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Wednesday night game against the Cincinnati Reds after throwing six straight balls, it stopped the world for fans of the Blue and White.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / July 31

2025 Injury Report: Updates on Acuna Jr., Ohtani, Soto

There was a lot of news to digest on July 30, particularly on the trade front. However, there were some notable injury updates on the day, as well. Ronald Acuna Jr.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30

After Shohei Ohtani leaves mound, Reds down Dodgers

Spencer Steer broke a tie with a two-run, two-out triple in the eighth inning as the Cincinnati Reds salvaged the finale of a three-game series with a 5-2 win over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 30

Recap: Reds Rally Late To Avoid Being Swept By Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers were unable to complete the sweep of the Cincinnati Reds in the series finale, dropping the game 5-2 while also getting an injury scare on Shohei Ohtani.

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Dodgers provide update on Shohei Ohtani after injury scare

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Shohei Ohtani leaves game after multiple wild pitches

CINCINNATI -- Shohei Ohtani left the mound with medical training staff during the fourth inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers' game with the host Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night.

Shohei Ohtani News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30

Shohei Ohtani pulled from start after apparent injury

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Shohei Ohtani Leaves Start With Trainer

Shohei Ohtani took another step forward in his return to pitching this season by reaching the fourth inning in the series finale against the Cincinnati Reds, but lost his command at the end of the outing and walked off the field with a trainer.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / July 30

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani shooting to increase pitching workload vs. Reds

One day after a rare bad night at the plate, Shohei Ohtani will try his luck on the mound and attempt to help the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers complete a three-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s shocked facial reaction after strikeout is going viral

The Los Angeles Dodgers were victorious against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, but the spotlight quickly shifted from the scoreboard to Shohei Ohtani’s expression after one of the most surprising moments of the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / July 29

Shohei Ohtani Does Something Not Seen in Last 31 Years of Baseball History

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night as superstar Shohei Ohtani accomplished something not seen in the last 31 years of baseball history.

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