Shohei Ohtani Commits to Dodgers NLDS Lineup Despite Knee and Biceps Injuries

Dodgers DH Shohei Ohtani will play in the NLDS against the Braves, batting second, despite battling left knee inflammation and a right biceps injury that landed him on the IL in September and prevents him from pitching. Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged Ohtani is not 100%, but Ohtani reported his swing feels smooth after late Friday BP. He seeks to break an 18-game homer drought dating to August 18 as the Dodgers chase their third straight World Series title.