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Dodgers sideline Ohtani over knee soreness, target Skubal

7/31/2026

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The Los Angeles Dodgers left Shohei Ohtani out of Thursday’s game against Seattle because of knee soreness.
Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani wanted to play, but the training staff ruled him out.
Ohtani has not pitched since July 3, had an MRI, and said his knee may never be 100 percent.
The Dodgers are eyeing pitcher Tarik Skubal and have also scouted Mets reliever Clay Holmes, who has a $12 million 2027 option.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers left Shohei Ohtani out of Thursday’s game against Seattle because of knee soreness.
Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani wanted to play, but the training staff ruled him out.
Ohtani has not pitched since July 3, had an MRI, and said his knee may never be 100 percent.
The Dodgers are eyeing pitcher Tarik Skubal and have also scouted Mets reliever Clay Holmes, who has a $12 million 2027 option.