Overview

• Ohtani pitched an inning as opener on June 15, allowing one run on two hits with 28 pitches, marking his first regular-season mound appearance in 663 days.
• He averaged 99 mph on his fastballs with a peak of 100.2 mph, showcasing his retained velocity after shoulder surgery.
• His command showed rust, with 12 of 28 pitches missing the strike zone, often drifting to the glove side.
• Ohtani revealed a significantly lowered arm slot driven by enhanced lower-body coordination as part of his revamped delivery.
• He maintained his two-way impact by delivering an RBI double and an RBI single in the Dodgers’ 6-3 win.