Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani looks back to normal after two-day absence from lineup
Shohei Ohtani returned to the Dodgers' lineup after a two-day break, showing signs of improvement. The team believed the rest would help him recover from fatigue and an early-season slump. Ohtani's performance in the recent series against the Angels included a significant increase in production, suggesting the break was beneficial.
- ▪Ohtani was given a two-day break to help him reset mentally and physically.
- ▪In the series against the Angels, he batted 6-for-13 with seven RBIs and three extra-base hits.
- ▪Ohtani noted improvements in his stance and plate discipline, which he believes will lead to more home runs.
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MLB Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani looks back to normal after two-day absence from lineup By Jack Harris Published May 18, 2026, 8:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Dave Roberts doesn’t like leaving Shohei Ohtani out of the Dodgers’ lineup. But earlier this week, the veteran manager said the club felt it was the best course of action. On Wednesday (when Ohtani made his most recent pitching start) and Thursday (when he got his first full off day of the season), the Dodgers didn’t give the superstar an at-bat. 4 The Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani was given a two-day break, and he produced big-time against the Angels. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Instead, amid his early-season slump, they believed a mental and physical reset was in order.
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