Dodgers manager Dave Roberts delivered some tough news Saturday, confirming superstar Shohei Ohtani isn’t feeling 100 percent overall, a concern that reportedly goes beyond just his knee. This bombshell dropped right before the Dodgers finish up their road trip in Detroit against the Tigers. Talk about putting a cloud over your Sunday game plan.
Ohtani’s Status Has Everyone Holding Their Breath
The biggest question mark for Sunday’s game is now Ohtani. Roberts told reporters Saturday morning that the team is deep in discussions about whether it even makes sense to start Ohtani for just one inning. Can you believe it? The decision on whether he’ll even toe the rubber is coming *after* Saturday’s game. Roberts isn’t trying to ambush anyone, thankfully. He wants to finalize the call in time to let both the Tigers and his own pitcher, Tyler Glasnow, know what’s up. It just shows how big a deal this “not 100 percent” news really is. When Ohtani’s health is in question, the whole league pays attention.
Glasnow Gets Ready to Step Up
Speaking of Tyler Glasnow, he’s scheduled to pitch on Sunday either way. This guy just returned from the injured list this past Tuesday in Atlanta, throwing five innings. Yeah, he gave up three runs in the first inning, which wasn’t ideal, but then he settled down, struck out seven, and completely shut down the Braves offense for the rest of his outing. That’s the kind of gritty performance you want to see from a guy just back on the mound. Whether he’s starting cold or following Ohtani for a single inning, he’s going to be key for the Dodgers finishing this road trip strong. He’s clearly got Roberts’ trust, and he’s ready to handle whatever role the team throws at him.
The Dodgers wrap up their road swing Sunday morning at Comerica Park in Detroit. It’s an early one, with a 10:40 a.m. PT start time. Left-hander Framber Valdez is going for the Tigers, making for what could be a really interesting series finale, especially with all the Ohtani drama. This game is all about how the Dodgers respond to the news and if Glasnow can carry the load. You gotta wonder how this early-season health snag is going to impact things moving forward. It’s a huge test for team form this early in the year.
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Originally reported by True Blue LA.
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