When the Los Angeles Dodgers wanted him most, Shohei Ohtani delivered.
The 2024 NL MVP began his fifth recreation as a pitcher this season on Saturday in a 2-1 win over the San Francisco Giants, halting the Dodgers’ seven-game shedding streak, their longest since 2017.
As vital because it was to get again within the win column, Ohtani’s continued progress on the mound is extra vital within the massive image.
The Dodgers have been extraordinarily cautious with Ohtani, who signed a 10-year, $700 million contract in December 2023, in his return to the beginning rotation since his first motion on June 16.
He pitched one inning in his first two begins, adopted by two two-inning outings. On Saturday, Ohtani pitched a season-high three innings, placing out 4 batters and permitting one hit.
By way of 5 begins, Ohtani has pitched 9 innings, permitting one earned run with 10 strikeouts.
