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Ohtani’s bat stays hot, but his next bullpen session waits on 2 aching spots
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: BETH HARRIS, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway Ohtani's biceps is not fully healed and his knee is sore, which factored into the decision to postpone his bullpen session.
Shohei Ohtani, a two-way superstar, is dealing with injuries to his right biceps and left knee. These issues have prevented him from throwing a bullpen session recently. Ohtani's biceps is not fully healed and his knee is sore, which factored into the decision to postpone his bullpen session.
Despite these injuries, he has continued to play regularly. Further details about Ohtani's condition and his upcoming schedule are available from the source, including information about his last pitching appearance in a game.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 29, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Shohei Ohtani, a two-way superstar, is dealing with injuries to his right biceps and left knee. These issues have prevented him from throwing a bullpen session recently. Ohtani's biceps is not fully…
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