Shohei Ohtani Progressing In Throwing Program
6 years agoLos Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) moved up to 55 throws from up to 50 feet on Wednesday as he progresses with his throwing program that he started last Friday. He didn't take any swings on Wednesday, but he'll ease his hitting drills the days he throws. Ohtani is doing soft toss almost every day while throwing on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The two-way star said he's throwing around 30 percent intensity after having Tommy John surgery last fall. He won't pitch at all in 2019 but is on track to serve as the DH in May. Ohtani had over 20 home runs in his rookie season and will still be valuable in mixed leagues for his bat despite a delayed start.
Source: MLB.com - Rhett Bollinger
Source: MLB.com - Rhett Bollinger