Dodgers 'fully expect' Shohei Ohtani to pitch in 2027, and they have three paths to take with two-way star
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Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman announced Wednesday that two-way star Shohei Ohtani will not require surgery for any ailments he managed during the 2026 season. Friedman stated that the team fully expects Ohtani to pitch next year.
The absence of required medical procedures following the 2026 season clears the way for the Dodgers to integrate Ohtani back into double duty as both a pitcher and a hitter. Team leadership has identified three distinct strategic paths for managing the player's return to two-way responsibilities in the upcoming year.
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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
ESPN (US)Focuses on Friedman's direct quotes confirming no surgery and 2027 pitching expectations.
CBS Sports (US)Emphasizes the strategic roster options and Ohtani's return to double-duty status.
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