Ohtani Determined to Return Healthy as Two-Way Player

Shohei Ohtani, homer drought over, eyes return to mound in 2027

After ending his homer drought with a massive blast in his final game of the year, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani announced his intention to become a two-way player again next season.

Ohtani determined to return healthy as two-way player

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani vowed Thursday to return as a two-way player after wrapping up an injury-hampered 2026 campaign that ended with him shut down from pitching and struggling at the plate.

Shohei Ohtani immediately revealed significant 2027 plan after NLCS sweep

Shohei Ohtani last pitched in a game on July 3 because of persistent right arm and left injuries that may require surgeries, but the 32-year-old has visions of resuming his two-way prowess for the Los Angeles Dodgers next season. “Yes, definitely,” Ohtani answered through interpreter Will Ireton when asked if he planned to pitch again […]

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani plans to pitch in 2027

Shohei Ohtani has no intention of relinquishing his two-way superstar credentials anytime soon. The four-time MVP, whose season ended Thursday at the hands of the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS, told reporters that he does indeed plan to pitch in 2027. “Yes, definitely, and looking forward to having a better season next year,” Ohtani said through his interpreter. The 32-year-old hasn’t taken to the mound since July 3, when the Dodgers shut him do…

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani plans to pitch in 2027