Shohei Ohtani

2024 - 10 - 27

Ohtani's Shoulder Shock: Can the Dodgers Survive Without Their Star?

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Shohei Ohtani's shoulder injury during Game 2 of the World Series leaves the Dodgers on edge! Will they rally without their MVP?

In an unexpected twist during Game 2 of the World Series, Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani suffered a partial dislocation of his left shoulder, casting a shadow over the team’s victory against the New York Yankees. The incident occurred while Ohtani was sliding into second base on a daring steal attempt, a move that left fans in disbelief. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts described the injury as a partial dislocation, saying that the atmosphere in the clubhouse was less celebratory than one might expect after a 4-2 win. Instead, the focus quickly shifted to Ohtani’s condition as uncertainty loomed over the team's chances moving forward.

As the initial shock wore off, the Dodgers’ medical staff began to assess the injury. Fortunately, early indicators showed that the injury might not be as severe as it initially seemed. Teams often experience such setbacks during the high-stakes atmosphere of the World Series, but losing a player of Ohtani’s caliber can be devastating. With the National League MVP frontrunner potentially sidelined, the Dodgers now face a dilemma: Can they inch closer to a championship without their ace dynamo at the plate and on the mound?

Meanwhile, as fans awaited urgent updates and tests, speculation about Ohtani's return began to swirl. His remarkable contributions this season have been nothing short of transformative, making this injury all the more heartbreaking for the blue-clad faithful. It’s hard to imagine the World Series without Ohtani's electrifying presence, especially after reflecting on his exceptional performance thus far. Just one glance at the crowd highlighted the palpable anxiety—the team is in a delicate balance between enjoying the moment and fearing what lies ahead.

As news unfolds, all eyes are on Ohtani, his shoulder injury looming large over the Dodgers’ future. Will he be able to return in time to play a critical role in the championship? Only time will tell. In the meantime, history shows that some of the most legendary moments in baseball have come after great adversity. Notable MLB players have often bounced back stronger from injuries; let’s just hope that Ohtani can be among them. And in a quirky twist, did you know that the last player to hit for the cycle in the World Series was also a Dodger? It was the one and only, Babe Herman, back in 1931! Baseball lovers everywhere are rooting not just for the team but for Ohtani's speedy recovery. Fingers crossed!

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Dodgers: Shohei Ohtani suffers partial shoulder dislocation ... (GMA News Online)

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani suffered what manager Dave Roberts called a partial dislocation of his left shoulder during Game 2 of ...

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Shohei Ohtani injury update: Dodgers star dislocates shoulder in ... (USA TODAY)

Shohei Ohtani injured himself while sliding into second base on a failed steal attempt.

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Dodgers 'encouraged' by early indications after Ohtani injures ... (MLB.com)

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Shohei Ohtani injures left arm sliding into second during World ... (CBS Los Angeles)

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Shohei Ohtani sustains shoulder injury in Game 2 of World Series (Yahoo Sports)

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Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani suffers shoulder injury during ... (NBC News)

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani suffered an apparent left shoulder injury in the seventh inning against the New York Yankees.

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Shohei Ohtani partially dislocates left shoulder during World Series ... (FOX 8 Live WVUE)

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Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani Injures Shoulder During World Series Win (Hollywood Reporter)

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani injured his shoulder during Game 2 of the World Series against the New York Yankees. He hurt it during a slide.

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Shohei Ohtani suffers partial shoulder dislocation, awaiting tests (Rappler)

The World Series status of Shohei Ohtani remains unknown after the baseball superstar and National League MVP favorite suffered a shoulder injury in Game 2.

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Shohei Ohtani dislocates shoulder in World Series Game 2 (INQUIRER.net)

Shohei Ohtani clutched his left forearm after being tagged by shortstop Anthony Volpe for the final out in the inning on a feet-first slide.

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Dodgers Shohei Ohtani Suffers Shoulder Subluxation In Win Vs ... (Forbes)

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Shohei Ohtani suffers partial dislocation of his left shoulder during ... (PBS NewsHour)

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Shohei Ohtani will reportedly play in Game 3 World Series after ... (Yahoo Sports)

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told ESPN that Ohtani is "in a great spot" injury-wise and will not miss the next game.

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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (shoulder) cleared to play in Game 3 - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

"He's in a great spot. He's playing tomorrow," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told ESPN's Karl Ravech via text. Ohtani suffered a subluxation of his left shoulder ...

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Dodgers say Shohei Ohtani will play in World Series Game 3 ... (The Guardian)

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Superstar slugger Shohei Ohtani will play Monday in Game 3 of the World Series following an injury to his shoulder, Dave Roberts told ESPN.

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Shohei Ohtani expected to play Game 3 of World Series after injury ... (Los Angeles Times)

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But the superstar slugger has been cleared to play Monday night, Roberts told ESPN in a text message Sunday. Roberts was set to speak to media at Yankee Stadium ...

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Shohei Ohtani will reportedly play in World Series Game 3 after ... (Yahoo Sports)

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told ESPN that Ohtani is "in a great spot" injury-wise and will not miss the next game.

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Ohtani 'in a great spot,' set to play in Game 3 (report) (MLB.com)

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Shohei Ohtani (shoulder) will reportedly be in Dodgers lineup for ... (FOXSports.com)

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani suffered a shoulder subluxation in Game 2, but manager Dave Roberts shared he has good range of motion and strength.

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Shohei Ohtani cleared to play in World Series Game 3 after shoulder ... (ABC7 Los Angeles)

He's playing tomorrow," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told ESPN's Karl Ravech via text. Ohtani, the Dodgers' designated hitter, suffered a subluxation of his ...

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World Series: Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani expected to play in Game ... (Yahoo Sports)

Shohei Ohtani went down with a shoulder injury late in the Dodgers' Game 2 win over the Yankees on Saturday.

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Ohtani's injury makes for bittersweet Game 2 triumph, 2-0 WS lead (MLB.com)

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