Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching post-Tommy John surgery has been cautious; after struggling in 2020 post-injury, Ohtani proved his worth with stellar stats from 2021-2023. The Dodgers are aware of his potential but aim to avoid a repeat of his earlier difficulties. Although he is a crucial player for their title defense through his batting, they are also mindful of his pitching recovery. Currently, Ohtani has not thrown a bullpen session in a month, raising questions about his immediate return to the mound while maintaining anticipation for his eventual comeback.
Ohtani's last mound appearance for the Angels was shadowed by struggles, but his performance from 2021 to 2023 showed he possesses Cy Young-caliber talent.
The Dodgers are exercising caution in Ohtani's recovery, focusing on his bat while hoping he returns as a pitcher closer to his previous dominant form.
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