Ohtani’s Return Timeline Unfolds | MLB News

Shohei Ohtani’s return to the mound is heating up—set for a bullpen session this Friday in Detroit, with his next steps depending on how he feels. The Dodgers are eyeing a potential return as early as Sunday against the Tigers or next Tuesday at home, skipping minor league rehab to get him back faster. He recently threw 30 pitches in live-batting simulations, signaling progress. Plans include using him as an opener against Tyler Glasnow—or even Eric Lauer—to ease back into action while building toward postseason readiness.

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