The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is reportedly ready to pitch, but the team is not rushing his return to two-way status.
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According to USA Today’s Gabe Lacques, Ohtani may not pitch for the Dodgers until closer to the All-Star Break. Realistically, the Dodgers’ priority for Ohtani is to be ready to pitch in the postseason.
Manager Dave Roberts explained that the organization is in “lock step” with Ohtani over his slowed pitching progression.
“It was a collective decision and I think he understands that the goal is to make sure he’s firing on all cylinders towards the end of the season and into October,” Roberts said.