Shohei Ohtani will return to both pitching and hitting for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the San Diego Padres on Friday, July 3, 2026.
The two-way star was held out of a previous start due to left knee inflammation. His return bolsters the Dodgers' rotation as the team pursues a third consecutive championship.
This season, Ohtani boasts an 8-2 record with a 1.58 ERA and leads the MLB All-Star Game ballot. His dual role is seen as strengthening his candidacy for the National League MVP award and the MLB runs leader.