Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is making significant strides toward his long-awaited return to the mound.
Ohtani faced live hitters for the third time earlier this week at Petco Park during the team’s series against the San Diego Padres. Each live batting practice has featured an increase of volume for Ohtani as he builds up to join a depleted Dodgers rotation.
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Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior revealed the team has continued to debate just how much buildup Ohtani will need before he is ready to take the mound.