April 29, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter
Shohei Ohtani singled, stole a base, and came around to score in the first inning against the Marlins on Monday, but he didn't get much to hit for the rest of the game. He walked three times and struck out in his other at-bat to finish 1-for-2 with three walks, a run scored, and his seventh stolen base of the season. Ohtani is hitting .290 on the season with six home runs, a .243 ISO, a .399 wOBA, and 27 runs scored, which is just one behind the MLB lead held by
Brice Turang. Ohtani is doing a great job as the Dodgers' leadoff hitter, even if his power numbers are slightly down, since he constantly is getting on base and creating scoring chances.
--Zach Thompson - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.com
April 20, 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers have activated designated hitter
Shohei Ohtani (paternity) from the paternity list prior to their contest on Sunday against the Texas Rangers. Ohtani was held out of action for the past two games but is set to return for the series final on Sunday. Over his last nine contests, the reigning NL MVP has posted a stellar .308/.357/.590 slash line with three home runs and three stolen bases. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers have designated outfielder Eddy Rosario for assignment. Through 20 games this season, Ohtani has posted strong .288/.380/.550 slash line with six long balls and five stolen bases. He has generated an elite .466 xwOBA with a .718 xSLG, which places him in the 98th and 99th percentile, respectively. He will be a must-start option on Sunday facing Texas right-hander
Tyler Mahle.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Bill Plunkett
April 19, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar
Shohei Ohtani is expected to be activated off the paternity leave list ahead of Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. Ohtani has missed the last two games while being away from the team due to the birth of his child. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Saturday that he expects Ohtani back in the lineup for the series finale.
Eddie Rosario has been serving as the designated hitter, but is likely going to be optioned back to Triple-A on Sunday. Fantasy managers should check back for another update on Sunday to confirm Ohtani is good to go.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Fabian Ardaya
April 18, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter
Shohei Ohtani is out of the Dodgers' lineup for Friday night's game against the Texas Rangers. Ohtani and his wife are expecting their first child. Fantasy managers should expect that Ohtani may be out for a few days, though manager Dave Roberts did say that it's possible Ohtani returns to the team by Sunday. The Dodgers have yet to release an official lineup for Friday night but expect
Enrique Hernandez to get more at-bats in Ohtani's absence. Hernandez has hit for a .564 OPS to start the season, making him tough to trust in any fantasy format. Fantasy managers looking to fill Ohtani's void this weekend should be able to find other options on the waiver wire.
--Kevin Larson - RotoBallerSource: David Vassegh
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