Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is set to take the mound and bat as the designated hitter in Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium.
The decision comes after Ohtani was hit on his right hand by a pitch during Tuesday's matchup.
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However, examinations confirmed the ball only grazed his pinky finger, allowing him to continue his two-way role.
Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Ohtani's spot in the lineup about an hour before the 7:10 p. m.
PT first pitch, as reported by Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.
Pitching and Batting Performance
Ohtani has posted a 0.73 ERA and 0.84 WHIP with 54 strikeouts and 13 walks over 49 innings this season.
At the plate, he holds a . 270/.
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403/. 471 slash line through 236 plate appearances.
The Dodgers enter the game with a 35-20 record, leading the NL West. The Rockies sit fifth in the division at 20-36.
Ohtani, carrying a 4-2 record, will face Colorado starter Tomoyuki Sugano, who has a 4-3 record with a 3.86 ERA.
The game will be broadcast on SportsNet LA and Rockies. TV, with streaming on ESPN+ and MLB.
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TV. The temperature at first pitch is projected to be 63°F.
