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Shohei Ohtani had lubricant injected into his knee and is likely to pitch Wednesday at Philadelphia
By Ronald Blum, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 17, 2026
· 3 min read
Shohei Ohtani had a lubricant injected into his left knee, but the Dodgers two-way star did not have fluid drained, Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts said Friday.Ohtani was in the starting lineup leading off as the designated hitter in Friday's second-half opener against the New York Yankees. The ...
Key takeaway Ohtani was in the starting lineup leading off as the designated hitter in Friday's second-half opener against the New York Yankees.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
While Shohei Ohtani's knee procedure and upcoming pitching schedule may seem like a distant concern for San Antonio residents, the fact that he skipped the All-Star Game has local implications. The All-Star Game brings significant attention and tourism to its host city, and although San Antonio has not recently hosted the event, it is a reminder that major sporting events can have a substantial economic impact on local communities. As San Antonio continues to grow and develop its own sports scene, the city may look to attract high-profile events like the All-Star Game in the future. The success of such events relies on the participation of star players like Ohtani, making his health and performance a topic of interest for local sports fans and business leaders alike. With Ohtani set to pitch in Philadelphia next, San Antonio residents will be watching from afar, hoping for a strong performance from the Dodgers star.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Shohei Ohtani had a lubricant injected into his left knee, but the Dodgers two-way star did not have fluid drained, Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts said Friday.Ohtani was in the starting lineup leading off as the designated hitter in Friday's second-half opener against the New York Yankees. The ...
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