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Shohei Ohtani skips bullpen session and won't throw off mound until irritated left knee feels 100%
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk LARRY FLEISHER, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided an update on Ohtani's status, indicating that the team is taking a cautious approach. Shohei Ohtani, a two-way player, has postponed a bullpen session due to an issue with his left knee.
Shohei Ohtani, a two-way player, has postponed a bullpen session due to an issue with his left knee. The knee is irritated and Ohtani will not resume throwing off a mound until it is fully healed.
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided an update on Ohtani's status, indicating that the team is taking a cautious approach. Further information on Ohtani's condition and the team's plans can be found through ValleyCentral sports news.
Details on the expected timeline for Ohtani's return to full activity are not specified, but it is clear that the team is prioritizing his recovery. For more information, readers can refer to the original report from ValleyCentral.
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Category: local Published: July 26, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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