ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Shohei Ohtani believes he can pitch for the Los Angeles Angels again this season after a simulated game went well.
Ohtani threw 50 pitches in three innings at Angel Stadium on Monday in the latest step in his gradual comeback from a sprained elbow ligament.
The two-way star hasn't pitched in a game since June 6 but would like to get back on the mound during the Angels' final 30 games.
Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Ohtani will throw a bullpen session later in the week before the Angels determine his next step.