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Ohtani plans to pitch in 2027 despite possible offseason surgery
Original: What's next for Shohei Ohtani? He plans to pitch in 2027, but offseason surgery is possible https://www.nytimes.com/athl
Shohei Ohtani intends to take the mound for the Dodgers in 2027, but a report citing the NLCS period says the two-way star may need offseason surgery, casting uncertainty over his pitching plans. With Los Angeles in the middle of the playoffs, fans are weighing what the procedure could mean for his availability next season and beyond.
Why now: Ohtani's health and pitching future are under scrutiny while the Dodgers compete in the playoffs.
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- What's next for Shohei Ohtani? He plans to pitch in 2027, but offseason surgery is possible https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7691493/2026/10/16/dodgers-nlcs-game-4-mlb-playoffs/ # Sports # Baseball # MLB · nyt_sports@robot.villas
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