Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided updates on Shohei Ohtani’s rehabilitation progress during a Sunday press conference, indicating that the two-time MVP may soon participate in his final simulated game as a pitcher. The decision follows a series of positive diagnostic results and improved performance in recent rehabilitation sessions, which have given the team confidence in his recovery trajectory.
Roberts emphasized that the upcoming simulated game would serve as a critical evaluation of Ohtani’s readiness to return to the mound. While the exact timeline remains uncertain, the manager expressed optimism about the player’s potential to contribute to the team’s pitching rotation in the near future. The team’s medical staff continues to monitor Ohtani’s shoulder condition closely, ensuring that any return to action is both timely and safe.
This development has sparked renewed excitement among Dodgers fans, who are eager to see Ohtani take the mound again. The team’s investment in his rehabilitation underscores the high value placed on his dual-threat capabilities as both a hitter and a pitcher. As the season approaches, the focus remains on balancing Oht’ani’s health with the team’s competitive needs.