Based on the latest update, though, it sounds like Ohtani could be back on the mound sooner rather than later. That will be a huge boost to a Dodgers team that is fighting to remain atop the National League West with a patchwork rotation. For more MLB news, head over to Newsweek Sports.

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani could be returning to the pitching rotation sooner rather than later, according to the latest projection.

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided a new update on megastar Shohei Ohtani's pitching return as the team deals with several pitching injuries. On Tuesday, before the Dodgers' second game of their series against the San Diego Padres,