- Shohei Ohtani took swings off a tee for the first time since going on the IL (right biceps inflammation on Sept. 8) and felt good, a positive rehab step.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expects Ohtani to return for some regular-season games before the season ends, but the exact timing and number of games are still uncertain.
- Los Angeles has already clinched a playoff spot and is close to securing the NL West title (magic number: 3).
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