In a recent game, Los Angeles superstar Shohei Ohtani left the field in the fourth inning with the Dodgers after consulting with a medical trainer. He was pitching and had thrown six consecutive balls, putting runners on first and third before exiting mid-at-bat. His expression hinted that something wasn’t right.
Initially, Ohtani went back to the clubhouse but returned to the dugout shortly after. He managed to get back into the game during the sixth inning, though he appeared to struggle.
It’s possible he was dealing with cramps or tension in his lower body, as reported by some sources. This season has already been challenging for Ohtani; he made a comeback to pitching in June after undergoing surgery on his right elbow, which sidelined him for the entirety of the 2024 season.
Fans are divided on what Ohtani should do going forward. Some believe he should focus solely on batting to minimize injury risks, while others think he should consider stepping away from hitting to concentrate on pitching.
