Ohtani Pitches But Sits Out as Hitter for Dodgers After Shoulder Bruise

52 articles · Updated · ESPN · Apr 16

Shohei Ohtani started as pitcher but did not bat for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the New York Mets on Wednesday.
The decision followed Ohtani being hit by a pitch on his right shoulder earlier in the week, leaving him still sore.
This marks Ohtani's first pitcher-only appearance since 2021, as the Dodgers prioritize his health during a demanding two-way season.

After Ohtani’s injury scare, will teams rethink the sustainability of the modern two-way superstar?

With Dalton Rushing's hot start, could he earn a larger role when Ohtani fully recovers?

Could resting Ohtani's bat disrupt the rhythm that makes him a dominant two-way player?

Ohtani was surprised by the decision. Was it the right call for baseball's biggest star?

How will this brief hitting hiatus impact Ohtani’s pursuit of a fourth consecutive MVP award?