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Jul 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after a pitch during the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium. LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani wanted to be in the lineup Thursday afternoon. The Dodgers had other plans.
After reporting soreness in his left knee following Wednesday night's game, Ohtani was held out of the lineup for the series finale against the Mariners, a decision that Dave Roberts said was driven by the team's medical staff rather than any sudden setback.
"This is more the soreness of the knee," Roberts said. "The training staff recommended giving Shohei Ohtani the day off."
The move appears to be a precaution more than a cause for alarm. Roberts said Ohtani received treatment after Wednesday's game and will be available to pinch-hit Thursday if the situation calls for it. The Dodgers…
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