Shohei Ohtani Tops Jersey Sales Amid Concern Over Late-Season Form

Shohei Ohtani became the first player to top MLB jersey sales for four straight seasons. However, on the field, the Dodgers star has struggled since returning from a 15-day IL stint, going 1-for-9 with five strikeouts in two games against San Francisco. Despite visible swing issues, manager Dave Roberts expects Ohtani to play in the regular-season finale and start as DH in the NLDS on Oct. 3, prioritizing workload management during the team's five-day break.