Ohtani Plays On Despite Elbow Injury, Declined Earlier Imaging

Ohtani experienced cramping during an August start but declined an MRI offered by the Angels.
After leaving a recent start due to injury, imaging revealed Ohtani has a torn UCL.
Ohtani continues to bat and hit home runs but won't pitch again this season.
Ohtani has not decided if he will undergo Tommy John surgery again.
As Ohtani approaches free agency, he seems to be controlling his own fate despite the Angels' handling of his injury situation.