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Shohei Ohtani’s injury secrecy could derail Dodgers’ championship hopes

As the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare to begin their National League Division Series this Saturday against either the Atlanta Braves or the Philadelphia Phillies, concerns are mounting over Shohei Ohtani's physical health and his tendency to conceal injuries. Team executives Andrew Friedman and Brandon Gomes have previously noted his reluctance to accurately report his physical condition, which earlier contributed to a stint on the injured list after management failed to recognize his declining performance was health-related.

Following a brief return featuring a 2-for-12 slump with five strikeouts across three games at Oracle Park—during which he noticeably skipped taking practice swings while on deck—manager Dave Roberts and the front office face difficult roster and lineup decisions if Ohtani remains compromised.

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