Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani threw a 50-pitch bullpen session on Saturday, checking off another step in his long-awaited return to the mound. Ohtani, who had previously topped out at 35 pitches,

"#Dodgers Shohei Ohtani increased his work in his weekly bullpen session today. 50 pitches, split 25-25 in an up-down (simulated inning break). Most he has thrown in his TJ recovery. Still hasn't thrown any breaking pitches but must be close to throwing to hitters," he wrote.

Athletics pitcher Jason Alexander (49) watches a two-run home run hit by Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani (17) during the fourth inning of a baseball game Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)