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Dodgers rest Shohei Ohtani amid lingering left knee soreness
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Beth Harris, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This issue has been ongoing since June 11 and is currently preventing him from pitching.
Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani is experiencing lingering soreness in his left knee. This issue has been ongoing since June 11 and is currently preventing him from pitching. The team recently decided to rest Ohtani, keeping him out of the lineup for a game against the Seattle Mariners.
Despite this, he was expected to return as a leadoff hitter for a series against the Boston Red Sox. Further details about Ohtani's condition and the team's decision-making process are available from the source. The Dodgers' management and training staff are working with Ohtani to manage his knee soreness and determine the best course of action for his return to full participation.
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Category: local Published: July 31, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani is experiencing lingering soreness in his left knee. This issue has been ongoing since June 11 and is currently preventing him from pitching. The team…
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