Shohei Ohtani removed from Dodgers comeback win over Padres with bicep tightness
Shohei Ohtani exits Dodgers game with bicep tightness
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Shohei Ohtani was removed from the Dodgers' comeback win over the Padres due to bicep tightness. The incident occurred during the game, with Ohtani feeling discomfort while swinging.
Coverage from multiple outlets, including The New York Times, ESPN, and New York Post, emphasizes the sudden nature of his exit. Ohtani's status for the MLB All-Star Game is uncertain, with some outlets suggesting he may not pitch due to the Dodgers' pitching rotation shuffle.
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Quick answers
Why was Shohei Ohtani removed from the game?
Bicep tightness
What is Shohei Ohtani's status for the MLB All-Star Game?
Coverage does not yet specify
Which outlets are covering this story?
The New York Times, ESPN, New York Post, Yahoo Sports, MLB.com
Coverage (7)
- Shohei Ohtani and Dodgers taking cautious approach with his biceps ailment Los Angeles Times · 11h ago
- Ohtani K's 9 but tweaks biceps, will sit Saturday MLB.com · 11h ago
- Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani lifted for pinch hitter after he feels something while swinging The New York Times · 11h ago
- Shohei Ohtani unlikely to pitch in MLB All-Star Game with Dodgers' pitching rotation shuffle Yahoo Sports · 11h ago
- With extra rest, Ohtani returns to hill -- and plate -- tonight vs. Padres MLB.com · 11h ago
- Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (biceps) exits early, won't play Sat. ESPN · 11h ago
- Shohei Ohtani removed from Dodgers comeback win over Padres with bicep tightness New York Post · 11h ago broke it first
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