Why the Dodgers’ Temptation to Rush Shohei Ohtani Could Backfire Spectacularly
The club is understandably thrilled with his recovery trajectory and, amid a pitching staff stretched dangerously thin by injuries, they could surely use his arm. Still, they’re adamant about safeguarding Ohtani’s potent bat. The fear of losing his offensive impact by rushing him back on the mound weighs heavily — a gamble they’re simply unwilling to take right now.
Every game for the Dodgers over the next month is a tough showdown — 26 contests against teams posting winning records, including a gauntlet of crucial matchups with division rivals like the Padres and Giants, both hot on their heels as the race tightens.
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