Ohtani news
The gist
Ohtani will bat leadoff in NLCS Game 4 after going 4-for-22 this postseason.
His slump and injuries leave the Dodgers' season on the line.
How it unfolded
- Oct 12, 2026The Dodgers lost NLCS Game 2 to the Brewers 7-4 in Milwaukee; Ohtani went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts, putting Los Angeles in a 2-0 hole.
- Oct 12, 2026Manager Dave Roberts told The Athletic he would have a conversation with Ohtani during Tuesday's workout in L.A. to figure out what's best for him.
- Oct 13, 2026A source told ESPN the Dodgers planned to gauge whether Ohtani's injuries warrant sitting out Game 3, but would keep playing him if he deems himself healthy.