Overview
- Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Ohtani will not make his scheduled Wednesday start in Philadelphia and that the absence is not a day‑to‑day matter.
- The team treated Ohtani’s left knee during the All‑Star break, including a lubricant injection, and he missed the midsummer game while staff monitored his recovery.
- Ohtani has not pitched since July 3 but has continued normal hitting duties and served as the Dodgers’ designated hitter during Sunday’s doubleheader.
- Los Angeles moved Emmet Sheehan into the rotation for the next series opener and planned a bullpen game to cover immediate starts while Ohtani rests.
- The Dodgers said they expect Ohtani to pitch again this season and are deliberately managing his two‑way workload as he posts an 8‑2 record and a 1.79 ERA in 14 starts, with club depth and a big division lead giving them flexibility.