Shohei Ohtani Continues Pitching Progression During WBC Participation

While not pitching for Team Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Ohtani is actively preparing for the MLB season, recently completing four simulated innings in Miami. The Dodgers are monitoring his progress via Trackman data. Ohtani remains Japan's designated hitter for the quarterfinals. Reflecting on his international journey, Ohtani has evolved from a 2012 teenage prodigy into a global superstar and captain, currently seeking back-to-back WBC titles for Samurai Japan.