Shohei Ohtani to miss start vs. Phillies because of left‑knee irritation

Shohei Ohtani will sit out the scheduled start against the Philadelphia Phillies as he manages irritation in his left knee. The Los Angeles Dodgers are reshuffling their rotation, promoting a young right‑handed pitcher to fill the vacancy.

The club aims to keep Ohtani’s recovery on track while maintaining competitive performance for the rest of the season. This development gives the Dodgers an opportunity to assess the depth of their pitching staff.