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Knee injury sidelines Ohtani; Schwarber steps in.

7/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Shohei Ohtani will miss the 2026 World Series because of a left-knee injury.
The National League had selected Ohtani as its starting designated hitter for the series.
Kyle Schwarber will fill the designated-hitter role in Ohtani’s place.
Treating his knee irritation carefully, the Dodgers hope he will be healthy for the Fall Classic as they pursue a three-peat.

History

Historical Context

The New York Yankees’ three-peat from 1998 to 2000 marked the first MLB three-peat since the Oakland Athletics’ 1972-74 run and only the second three-peat in major North American sports after the 1996-98 Chicago Bulls. Inspired by that legacy, the Los Angeles Dodgers aim for a similar three-peat in 2026, turning to Kyle Schwarber as NL DH after Shohei Ohtani’s left-knee injury.

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Story summary

Shohei Ohtani will miss the 2026 World Series because of a left-knee injury.
The National League had selected Ohtani as its starting designated hitter for the series.
Kyle Schwarber will fill the designated-hitter role in Ohtani’s place.
Treating his knee irritation carefully, the Dodgers hope he will be healthy for the Fall Classic as they pursue a three-peat.

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