Overview

• Shohei Ohtani threw a 26-pitch bullpen session on April 5, 2025, marking his first use of splitters since beginning his recovery program.
• The Dodgers are following a cautious weekly schedule for Ohtani, alternating between light and full bullpen sessions to manage his progression.
• Ohtani is not yet using his full pitch mix and will need to throw longer bullpen sessions and face live hitters before returning to game action.
• A return to pitching is not expected before June 2025, with the Dodgers planning to use a six-man rotation to accommodate his two-way role.
• Despite his pitching hiatus, Ohtani continues to excel offensively, maintaining a strong start to the 2025 season with a .297 batting average and three home runs.