"Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani is in the midst of an all-time run, earning his third consecutive MVP Award between the American League and National League. The 2025 season was a return to his two-way capabilities after spending all of the previous season as a designated hitter. The Dodgers' plan of attack to get Ohtani back on the mound in a safe but timely manner was an unquestioned success."
"Maybe it's a good thing that he has the ability to disconnect, compartmentalize and go hit and do all the things he's doing on the offensive side. Where normally as pitchers, you're kind of ingrained with the same monotony. You can kind of get bogged down in some of the - every ache, soreness; good, bad, indifferent throw. Maybe it gives him a chance to actually be free and relaxed. But it's still pretty impressive."
Shohei Ohtani won a third consecutive MVP spanning AL and NL after returning to two-way play in 2025 following a season as a DH. The Dodgers limited his innings, keeping him under 54 pitches until his ninth start and over five innings only in the final regular-season start, finishing with 47 innings. The organization emphasized a cautious buildup focused on health and playoff readiness. Pitching coach Mark Prior praised Ohtani's seamless transition between hitting and pitching, noting his ability to compartmentalize, stay relaxed, and meticulously prepare. Ohtani followed coaching guidance and organizational plans.
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