Citi Field is set to host a significant step in Shohei Ohtani’s elbow progression.
The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar is scheduled to throw a live bullpen session before Sunday’s series finale against the Mets, marking his first time facing hitters since he underwent right elbow surgery in September of 2023.
Second baseman Hyeseong Kim and catcher Dalton Rushing are among the hitters expected to take at-bats against Ohtani, manager Dave Roberts said Saturday.
“It’s a big step getting on a mound, facing hitters,” Roberts said. “Obviously, rightfully so, there’s a lot of anticipation, but I think he’s really looking forward to it.