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SHOHEI OHTANI AVOIDS SURGERY—BUT WHAT COMES NEXT? The Los Angeles Dodgers have encouraging news on Ohtani’s health, but his future as a two-way player still raises a HUGE question: how can they keep him pitching while protecting his bat for October? Kirk Day breaks down the latest Shohei Ohtani update and the Dodgers’ options for 2027.

On today’s Dodgers Digest, we’re discussing Andrew Friedman’s update that surgery is not planned for Ohtani this offseason, his expected return to pitching, and why managing his workload could be one of the Dodgers’ most important decisions.

Rest for Ohtani’s left knee and right biceps is encouraging news, but it doesn’t answer every question about the season ahead. After injuries interrupted his pitching and his offensive production declined, Los Angeles needs a plan that gives him the best chance to contribute when it matters most.

We examine the balance between Ohtani’s value on the mound and his importance in the Dodgers lineup. Should he pitch throughout the season, begin his pitching schedule later, or receive more rest between starts?

We’re also discussing why reducing his pitching workload could be a better approach than abandoning his two-way role entirely. That is our analysis of the options—not an announced Dodgers plan.

The goal is getting the best version of Shohei Ohtani into October. Can the Dodgers preserve his pitching impact without compromising the offense they depend on?

🔥 TODAY’S DODGERS NEWS & OHTANI UPDATES:

Shohei Ohtani injury update and offseason plans

Andrew Friedman’s Shohei Ohtani surgery update

Ohtani’s expected pitching return in 2027

Shohei Ohtani two-way player debate

Ohtani knee and right biceps concerns

Dodgers pitching rotation options for 2027

Managing Ohtani’s pitching and hitting workload

Should Ohtani remain a designated hitter only?

Could the Dodgers delay Ohtani’s pitching schedule?

Ohtani’s offensive struggles and postseason production

Dodgers roster planning and player health

How Los Angeles can keep Ohtani ready for October

The Dodgers want Ohtani contributing as both a pitcher and hitter. The difficult part is building a sustainable plan that protects his health and keeps his bat productive through a long season.

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COMMENT BELOW: Should the Dodgers keep Ohtani as a two-way player with a lighter pitching workload, or make him a hitter only?

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