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Ohtani's WBC Future Uncertain Amid Dodgers' Decisions

11/15/2025

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Dodgers' workload and injury concerns render Shohei Ohtani's 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) participation uncertain, even though he led Japan to the 2023 WBC title and desires to play.
Ohtani awaits discussions between the Dodgers and Japan's national team.
The Dodgers have not finalized decisions on Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Roki Sasaki.
Their absence would weaken Japan's chances against Team USA led by Aaron Judge.

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Dodgers' workload and injury concerns render Shohei Ohtani's 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) participation uncertain, even though he led Japan to the 2023 WBC title and desires to play.
Ohtani awaits discussions between the Dodgers and Japan's national team.
The Dodgers have not finalized decisions on Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Roki Sasaki.
Their absence would weaken Japan's chances against Team USA led by Aaron Judge.