Dodgers keep Ohtani off the injured list despite lingering pain

Shohei Ohtani displayed obvious discomfort during an 0-for-4 outing and was given a rest day, leading manager Dave Roberts to describe his status as day-to-day. General manager Brandon Gomes explained that, at present, the injury does not meet the threshold for an injured-list placement, and the team lacks certainty about any short-term benefit from a forced rest. He noted that both possibilities—sidelining Ohtani for a few weeks or keeping him active—remain on the table, but the Dodgers prefer to avoid making a definitive call.

The organization will keep a close watch on his right biceps and left knee, ensuring the issues do not hinder performance, while asserting there is no immediate long-term concern. Meanwhile, the recap highlighted Emmet Sheehan’s strong Triple-A showing, Freddie Freeman’s return to power hitting, and Tyler Glasnow’s encouraging start as the Dodgers shape their postseason roster.