Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani underwent surgery Tuesday for a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

Fantasy Impact

Ohtani suffered the injury in Game 2 of the World Series but continued to play through the injury. The Dodgers expect the slugger to be ready for spring training.

Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes confirmed that he does not anticipate Shohei Ohtani will pitch in any postseason games.

Fantasy Impact

Ohtani is still working his way back from Tommy John surgery. He has yet to face live hitters, but should be fully healthy heading into spring training as a pitcher.

Shohei Ohtani went 4-for-5 with a home run, a double, two runs scored, four RBI, and a stolen base in the Dodgers' 11-4 win over the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores Ohtani's exceptional season, where he has maintained a .309 batting average and demonstrated significant power and speed with 54 home runs and 57 stolen bases. His ability to contribute across all categories solidifies his status as a top-tier fantasy asset. Ohtani's consistent production, highlighted by his impressive wOBA of .430, makes him a cornerstone player in any fantasy lineup. His multi-category contributions are especially valuable in leagues that reward a combination of power and speed.

Shohei Ohtani went 3-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and a stolen base in the Dodgers' 6-4 win over the Rockies.

Fantasy Impact

His performance included driving in crucial runs and crossing the plate twice himself, showcasing his dual-threat capability. This game highlights Ohtani's consistent power-hitting ability, as evidenced by his 52 homers this season. His blend of speed and power, with 52 stolen bases, continues to make him a top-tier fantasy asset. Despite a relatively high strikeout rate, his wOBA of 0.419 confirms his efficiency at the plate, making him a must-start in all fantasy formats.

Dodgers GM Andrew Friedman said that Shohei Ohtani is “not really an option” to pitch in the playoffs.

Fantasy Impact

Ohtani has recently threw bullpen sessions, but he won't be ready to pitch in the postseason. He is expected to throw live batting practice soon as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.