Shohei Ohtani, despite his injury, is progressing in his rehabilitation as he continues regular bullpen sessions, reaching a velocity of 95 mph. Manager Dave Roberts indicates Ohtani wonât pitch until after the All-Star break. The team is focused on ensuring Ohtani's return for the postseason while balancing the demands on the bullpen amid dwindling starter innings. GM Brandon Gomes stresses a cautious, individualized approach to Ohtani's rehabilitation, acknowledging the unique nature of his two-way talent and the challenges facing the Dodgers' pitching staff.
"From what I hear, he was ramping it up a little bit more with the velocity. Just from talking to the trainers I think that's a good sign, that there's a little bit more intensity going on there."
"It's going to be a week by week [process]. We have a general sense, we've got to make sure that he's feeling good and we're being smart so we can't lose the offensive side of it as well."
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