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Shohei Ohtani says his swing is in a better place
Original: Shohei Ohtani provides health update: 'My swing is in a better place' https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7654044/2026/10/0
Shohei Ohtani has given a health update, telling reporters his swing is in a better place as the Los Angeles Dodgers head into the MLB playoffs. The comments suggest the two-way star is feeling physically ready at a key point in the season. Fans and baseball writers are following his condition closely given his importance to the team's postseason chances.
Why now: The MLB playoffs are underway and Ohtani's health is central to the Dodgers' title hopes.
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- Shohei Ohtani provides health update: 'My swing is in a better place' https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7654044/2026/10/02/ohtani-injury-health-update-mlb-playoffs/ # Sports # Baseball # MLB · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 1
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