Dodgers' Ohtani Set for Return Wednesday After IL Stint; Roberts Says He's 'Considerably' Better
Ohtani is expected to return as a designated hitter after missing two weeks with right biceps discomfort, and the Dodgers want his bat ready for October.
- On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the Los Angeles Dodgers activated Shohei Ohtani from the 15-day injured list against the San Diego Padres, where he batted second and went 1-for-4 with a walk.
- Manager Dave Roberts described Ohtani as "considerably" better, rating his physical health an eight or nine out of 10 after the designated hitter was sidelined since September 11 with right biceps inflammation and left-knee soreness.
- To clear a roster spot for Ohtani, the Dodgers optioned rookie Josue De Paula to Triple-A, though team officials confirmed he remains under consideration for the National League Division Series roster as a potential bench bat.
- Manny Machado powered the Padres' 5-1 victory with a two-run homer and three RBIs, preventing the Dodgers from clinching a first-round bye and leaving them needing one win in their final five games.
- With five regular-season games remaining, the Dodgers aim to maximize Ohtani's at-bats for timing before October, concluding their series against San Diego on Thursday before heading to San Francisco to finish the season.
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