Ohtani placed on IL and unlikely to pitch again in 2026

Shohei Ohtani remains on the 15-day injured list, with Sept. 23 the earliest potential return. His throwing program is paused and he does not expect to pitch again this season, so the Dodgers are preparing for a DH-focused return with possible lineup-order changes; Josué De Paula is receiving DH opportunities and has homered.