“North of zero”: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts breaks news about Shohei Ohtani’s return

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts hinted at a possible early return for Shohei Ohtani to the pitching rotation, suggesting it’s “north of zero” before the All-Star break. Ohtani is progressing well in simulated games, increasing his velocity and pitch count. While the Dodgers are cautious, the team’s rotation struggles could influence a sooner-than-expected return for the two-way star. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts hinted at a possible early return for Shohei Ohtani to the pitching rotation, suggesting it’s “north of zero” before the All-Star break. Ohtani is progressing well in simulated games, increasing his velocity and pitch count. While the Dodgers are cautious, the team’s rotation struggles could influence a sooner-than-expected return for the two-way star.