Shohei Ohtani throws bullpen session as he moves closer to return to mound

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws a practice session in the outfield before a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)

DETROIT (AP) — Shohei Ohtani threw a short bullpen session on Friday as the Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star moves closer to a return to the mound.

“I think it was like 20 pitches,” manager Dave Roberts said before the Dodgers started a series against the Detroit Tigers. “I really don’t know what to make of it. I didn’t put eyes on it.

“Obviously, I’ve got to talk to Shohei, talk to (pitching coach) Mark (Prior), and then we’ll make a decision for Sunday.”

Ohtani has not pitched since July 3 because of a left knee injury. The right-hander is 8-2 with a 1.79 ERA and 95 strikeouts in 85 2/3 innings this season. He has continued to start at designated hitter and is batting .285 with 30 homers and 80 RBIs.

Shohei Ohtani throws bullpen session as he moves closer to return to mound | iNFOnews.ca
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani, front, winds up to throw during a practice session in the outfield before a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)

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