Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is slated to pitch off a mound later this week, though a return to the rotation remains unscheduled. Ohtani's planned start against the Phillies was postponed due to left knee irritation, which also led to his withdrawal from the All-Star Game. He last pitched on July 3 and received a lubricant injection for his knee, which does not affect his batting. Manager Dave Roberts stated the injection and skipped start are due to the condition "not gotten better," aiming for a full recovery.
Roberts indicated Ohtani might attempt mound work on Thursday or Friday. The Dodgers, with the best record in the majors at 63-37, have an off day Thursday to visit the White House before a series against the New York Mets starting Friday. When asked about Ohtani's potential return next week, Roberts expressed uncertainty, emphasizing the need for Ohtani to resume throwing first. The Dodgers are the two-time defending World Series champions.
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