If there were any doubts regarding Shohei Ohtani’s health after offseason surgery, his leadoff home run in his Cactus League debut proves that he is just fine.
However, manager Dave Roberts has to determine if the Los Angeles Dodgers will limit Ohtani’s workload this season with him returning to the starting rotation.
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“I don’t think he’s going to get the same number of at-bats, plate appearances, given that he’s going to be pitching,” Roberts said before Friday’s game. “I don’t think he’s going to steal as many bases, just appreciating the fact that he does need to pitch and save his legs.