Baseball

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Exits Game After Being Hit on Hand by Pitch

by
William Caldwell
May 27, 2026

Shohei Ohtani’s night took a concerning turn on Tuesday as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the Colorado Rockies. The dynamic two-way player was hit on the right hand by a pitch from Rockies starter Kyle Freeland during the fourth inning, leading to his premature exit from the game. Ohtani’s performance before the incident saw him go 0 for 2 at the plate, although he did manage to score a run.

After grounding out in the fifth, Ohtani left the game, raising questions about his health ahead of the series finale scheduled for Wednesday. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts had expressed optimism earlier in the day that Ohtani would not only pitch but also contribute offensively. As the team looks to maintain momentum in the series, the status of their star player remains a pivotal concern.

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William Caldwell

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