Overview
- The issue forced Ohtani to be scratched from a start on Friday, July 10, and he did not travel for the All‑Star Game after doctors drained fluid from his left knee.
- Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani will be in the Dodgers’ lineup as a hitter for the next series but the club has not decided when he will resume pitching.
- Ohtani declined a pain injection, rested at home over the All‑Star break, and received short‑term medical treatment aimed at easing irritation rather than immediate aggressive intervention.
- Coaches including pitching coach Mark Prior and Ohtani are reviewing his pitching mechanics because his delivery repeatedly loads the left landing leg and may be contributing to the problem.
- With Los Angeles holding a large division lead, the Dodgers are prioritizing long‑term availability for the postseason and may delay Ohtani’s mound return to limit his throwing workload.