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Dodgers Schedule Ohtani’s Second Start Sunday as They Maintain NL West Lead

His second outing on Sunday follows a 28-pitch debut in which he surrendered one run, underscoring the club’s cautious approach to his workload.

Jun 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) bats against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Dodgers officially announced that Shohei Ohtani will make his second pitching start on Sunday against the Washington Nationals.
  • In his June 15 debut he threw 28 pitches over one inning, allowing one earned run on two hits with no walks or strikeouts.
  • Manager Dave Roberts plans to cap Ohtani at one or two innings as part of a gradual build-up following Tommy John revision surgery.
  • Ohtani has also excelled at the plate this season, batting .292 with 25 home runs while leading the National League in slugging percentage and OPS.
  • The team’s rotation remains strained by injuries, with Blake Snell’s return now pushed back and others pressed into service.