US EditionShohei Ohtani to make his Dodgers pitching debut Monday vs. Padres
LOS ANGELES, JUN 16 – Ohtani returns to pitching after 21 months and elbow surgery, providing relief to an injury-hit Dodgers rotation while under a 10-year, $700 million contract.
- On Monday, June 16, 2025, Shohei Ohtani is set to take the mound as the starting pitcher for the Dodgers in their game against the San Diego Padres.
- Ohtani's return follows right elbow surgery in September 2023, and comes earlier than initially expected due to bullpen injuries.
- Following their narrow victory against the Giants, the Dodgers revealed that Ohtani will start, with manager Dave Roberts sharing his enthusiasm for the pitcher’s return.
- Last Tuesday, Ohtani completed his third session of live batting practice following surgery, during which he struck out six batters while pitching three simulated innings and throwing up to 44 pitches.
- The return of pitching could provide relief for the Dodgers, who have been severely impacted by injuries, with numerous starting and relief pitchers currently sidelined, reducing the pressure on their bullpen.
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