Ohtani Returns as DH, Pitching Uncertain

Shohei Ohtani was back in the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup as designated hitter on Monday night after a four-day break to deal with lingering soreness. He was in his usual leadoff spot for the series opener against the Cincinnati Reds. biznow.biz

Manager Dave Roberts said pitching is "not dead" but they have no timetable, focusing instead on Ohtani's hitting. The Dodgers won all four games during Ohtani's absence, including a sweep of Washington. Ohtani, hitting .279 with 30 homers this season, hasn't pitched since July 3.