Shohei Ohtani out vs. Mariners with sore knee; Dodgers cite precaution
Shohei Ohtani remains out of the Dodgers' lineup against the Mariners as questions mount regarding his knee injury and the impending trade deadline.
Coverage (6)
- Ohtani (knee) not in Dodgers' lineup, but available to pinch-hit MLB.com · 6h ago
- Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Provides Shohei Ohtani Update Ahead of Absence vs. Mariners Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Shohei Ohtani out of Dodgers' lineup for series finale vs. Mariners amid ongoing injuries Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Dodger notes: Shohei Ohtani, Edwin Diaz True Blue LA · 6h ago
- Shohei Ohtani’s latest injuries could have ramifications on the trade deadline The New York Times · 6h ago
- Shohei Ohtani out vs. Mariners with sore knee; Dodgers cite precaution ESPN · 6h ago
The story so far
Shohei Ohtani was removed from the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup for the series finale against the Seattle Mariners on July 31, 2026. The team characterized the decision as a precaution due to a sore knee. This roster change follows ongoing injury concerns involving Ohtani and Edwin Diaz, as noted in recent team updates.
Discussions surrounding the situation are centering on potential consequences for the upcoming trade deadline. While the Dodgers describe the omission as precautionary, The New York Times reports that the status of his injury could affect broader roster strategy. Specific details regarding the duration of his absence or the severity of the knee issue have not been specified in available reporting.
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The obvious questions
Why is Shohei Ohtani out of the lineup?
He is sidelined for the series finale against the Seattle Mariners due to a sore knee, a move the Dodgers describe as precautionary.
What is the potential impact of this injury?
Coverage suggests the injury could have ramifications on the trade deadline, though the specific impact remains unspecified.
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