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Ohtani Aims for Elusive Cy Young Amid Injury Challenges

3/3/2026

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Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers aims to win the NL Cy Young Award in the 2026 season.
Teammates and coaches say his mound intensity has risen despite injuries.
He has four MVP awards, but the Cy Young remains elusive.
He reached 98 mph in spring training, and health concerns limit starts while competition persists.
Dodgers officials believe his commitment could yield extraordinary results this season.

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Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers aims to win the NL Cy Young Award in the 2026 season.
Teammates and coaches say his mound intensity has risen despite injuries.
He has four MVP awards, but the Cy Young remains elusive.
He reached 98 mph in spring training, and health concerns limit starts while competition persists.
Dodgers officials believe his commitment could yield extraordinary results this season.