Ohtani Expected to Pitch in 2027; Workload Plan Still Unclear

The Dodgers expect Ohtani to return to two-way duties in 2027 and be ready for spring training, but have not decided when he will pitch or set his workload. Sadaharu Oh’s suggestion that Ohtani quit pitching and Hideki Kuriyama’s optimism about his return are outside opinions, not changes to the team plan; a possible lockout could delay planning. Surgery remains unresolved amid conflicting reports.