The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing to kick off their 2025 season in Japan against the Chicago Cubs, but there is uncertainty surrounding Shohei Ohtani's health. Manager Dave Roberts announced that they are taking a cautious approach with Ohtani's throwing program, meaning he will not face live hitters before the Tokyo Series. Roberts did not provide a timeline for when Ohtani might return to pitching in May. Additionally, the Dodgers are making final roster decisions as spring training nears its conclusion, with new roster cuts announced alongside discussions of managerial contract extensions and player movements.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are heading to Japan to start their 2025 season, but Shohei Ohtani's throwing program will not see him facing live hitters in time.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that there is currently no set timeline for Shohei Ohtani's return as a pitcher, indicating uncertainty about his pitching comeback.
As the Dodgers prepare to travel abroad, they are also finalizing their roster and have announced additional spring training cuts while gearing up for the Tokyo Series.
Reports indicate that Dave Roberts is making progress towards securing a record-breaking contract extension with the Dodgers, amid other notable spring training updates.
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