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Dodgers sound alarm about Shohei Ohtani: ‘Going to be in big trouble’

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ postseason hopes hinge on the return of Shohei Ohtani, whose offensive struggles since rejoining the team in September have raised concerns. After going hitless in his first series back, Ohtani has managed just one RBI and a dismal .154 OPS during the Dodgers’ four-game National League Division Series sweep of the Atlanta Braves, including no home runs.

Despite the slump, Dodgers president Andrew Friedman emphasized the two-way superstar’s historical dominance, warning that his eventual resurgence would pose a major threat to remaining opponents. The team’s elite offense could regain its anchor as soon as a single strong performance, with the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers as the next critical test.

Ohtani’s injury recovery has been uneven, but his track record suggests this slump is temporary. Even a single well-timed swing could shift momentum for Los Angeles, where his combination of power and pitching has long been the cornerstone of their championship aspirations.

The Dodgers’ playoff push now rests on whether he can break out of his recent rut before the postseason’s high-stakes moments arrive.

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