Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani threw another bullpen session on Saturday, hours before Los Angeles hosted the New York Yankees for the second game of their weekend series, as he continues to work his way toward his first big-league pitching appearance since late 2023.

The two-way superstar faced hitters for the second time since elbow surgery, throwing 29 pitches at Dodger Stadium in a 25-minute session before the defending World Series champions played the New York Yankees. Ohtani threw 22 pitches in his first live batting practice last weekend in New York.

The Dodgers star is on pace to reach another astounding number. Plus notes on Juan Soto’s struggles and Spencer Strider’s tough return to the mound.

The Dodgers’ game against the Guardians on Tuesday marked the first time in three games that Shohei Ohtani did not start a game with a bang. After hitting a leadoff home run against the Mets on Sunday and the Guardians on Monday,

In a world obsessed with measuring greatness, some legends just can’t resist staking their claim, often with a flair that’s equal parts confidence and ego. The post “Best After Me” – Shohei Ohtani Forced to Feel Inferior After Red Sox Legend’s Ego-Fueled Comparison appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani made his highly-anticipated return to the mound prior to Sunday's game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets at Citi Field

The Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for six runs in the ninth inning on May 9 against the Arizona Diamondbacks, winning on Shohei Ohtani's home run.

Shohei Ohtani once again ignited the crowd as he became the first Major League Baseball player to reach 20 home runs this season. His home run, which was his third in consecutive g