Shohei Ohtani Reaches Pitching Recovery Milestone

Shohei Ohtani completed a 30-pitch live batting practice session against Will Smith on Saturday, a major milestone in his recovery from a knee injury. The Dodgers plan to ease him back, starting with one-inning appearances and building toward six innings by the postseason. Teammates Mookie Betts and Miguel Rojas noted a positive mental shift in Ohtani as he prepares for his return to the mound, with the team evaluating his role for the stretch run.