Ohtani Says He's 'Most Likely' Done Pitching for Season, Returns to Dodgers Lineup
Shohei Ohtani, back in the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup Monday after missing four games, said he will shift his focus to hitting for the remainder of the season.
Shohei Ohtani returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting lineup on Monday after sitting out four games, according to ESPN.
Ohtani told reporters he is "most likely" finished pitching for the remainder of the season and said he is "focusing on hitting moving forward," ESPN reported.
The report did not specify the reason for Ohtani's absence from the lineup over the previous four games.
Ohtani has served dual roles as both a pitcher and designated hitter for the Dodgers this season. His comments suggest he will continue in a hitting-only capacity going forward.
The Dodgers have not issued additional public comment on Ohtani's pitching status beyond his own remarks, per the report.
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