Otani's big league mound returns in a surprise move, starts against SD on the 17th, and officially announces LAD
Jun 16, 2025
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Shortly after winning the last three consecutive home games against the San Francisco Giants 5-4 at Dodger Stadium on the 16th (Korea time), the Dodgers announced that Ohtani will start the home game against the San Diego Padres on the 17th.
MLB.com reported that Shohei Otani's live pitching has attracted the attention of not only his teammates but also opposing team players. However, his build-up as a pitcher has finally paved the way for his actual accomplishment, and the Dodgers have decided to send Ohtani to an opener for a night game against the Padres at Dodger Stadium tomorrow.
The Dodgers, which is ranking first in the NL West, will continue its three consecutive home games with the San Diego Padres from the 15th.
Manager Dave Roberts told local media ahead of the game that `Otani is now very eager to return to the mound and is waiting"After talking with Otani, I think it's time to start practicing considering the hard work and the results of the live pitching stage" he said. It was a remark that hinted at Ohtani's return.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
