Los Angeles Dodgers fans aren't going to have to wait long to see new signing Shohei Ohtani this season.
He said he is "very confident" he will be the designated hitter for the Dodgers when they take the field for Opening Day against the San Diego Padres on March 20 in South Korea, per Alden González of ESPN.
While he is recovering from elbow surgery, he said he is also on schedule with his rehab for a season that will see him hit but not pitch.
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.