Every time the Dodgers slugger hits a home run, reporters track down who caught the souvenir. "We’re writing human-interest stories with Ohtani as a cover.”

Every time the Dodgers slugger hits a home run, reporters track down who caught the souvenir. "We're writing human-interest stories with Ohtani as a cover."

I mean, there is some data we have, but some, a lot of it is just how he's feeling, he understands his body,” Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said.

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani will soon take the next major step toward his eventual return to the mound. Ohtani on Sunday will pitch live batting practice at Citi Field, which means he'll be facing hitters for the first time since late in the 2023 season.

Ohtani, who hasn’t pitched in a regular-season game since Aug. 23, 2023, won’t pitch for the Dodgers until the second half at the earliest.

Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani took his biggest step toward a return to the mound on Sunday, tossing 22 pitches during live batting practice.

Ohtani has not yet pitched in a game for the Dodgers since signing a 10-year, $700 million contract ahead of the 2024 season. Despite the lack of pitching, Ohtani still made his first year worth it as he hit .310/.390/.646 with 54 home runs and 130 RBIs and won the NL MVP award.

When the Yankees and Dodgers step onto the field this weekend, it’s not just another game — it’s a collision of baseball royalty. The post Yankees-Dodgers Showdown Led by Judge, Ohtani Poised to Make Unprecedented MLB MVP History appeared first on EssentiallySports.