Ohtani Won't Require Surgery
Dodgers president Andrew Friedman expects Ohtani to pitch next year.
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Key facts
- Shohei Ohtani will not require surgery to treat any ailment he dealt with this past season.
- Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman expects Ohtani to pitch next year.
- The specifics of Ohtani's expected return to form remain unclear.
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2 cited sources: ESPN, MLB.com
Verified update
Shohei Ohtani will not require surgery to treat any ailment he dealt with this past season, Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said. Ohtani's health status has been a concern for the team, but Friedman expressed optimism about his return. "I fully expect him to pitch next year," Friedman added.
The specifics of Ohtani's expected return to form, however, remain unclear. The Dodgers will need to carefully manage his workload to ensure a smooth transition back to his two-way role.
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