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Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani gamble has blown up in their faces at the worst possible time

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the brink of postseason elimination after falling into a three-game deficit against the Milwaukee Brewers. Following a 6-2 loss on Wednesday, the team faces a potential exit as early as Thursday.

Critics argue that the organization failed to properly manage Shohei Ohtani, whose physical struggles with his arm and knee were evident by the All-Star break. By allowing him to continue playing through these issues rather than prioritizing his recovery, the team lost the offensive production necessary to compete for a third consecutive title.

The decision to let him maintain his workload ultimately left the roster without its most impactful player when the playoffs arrived.

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