His temporary absence is not expected to disrupt his status in the pitching rotation, having last started on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Other Dodgers Injury Updates
Beyond Ohtani, the Dodgers provided health updates regarding other players on the injured list, including catcher Will Smith, who is scheduled to receive an injection for a stiff neck.
Roberts stated that recent diagnostic imaging on the catcher showed no severe structural damage.
"Fine," said Dave Roberts, Manager.
The manager added that the medical scans did not indicate a long-term setback for the starting catcher.
"Really bad," said Dave Roberts, Manager.
Smith previously discussed his medical evaluation prior to undergoing advanced imaging tests at the stadium.
"Inflamed disk," said Will Smith, Catcher.
Meanwhile, closer Edwin Diaz advanced in his recovery from elbow surgery by completing a 15-pitch bullpen session featuring fastballs ranging from 91 to 93 mph.
Roberts expressed optimism regarding the closer's throwing progression ahead of his projected return after the All-Star break.
"Really positive day for Edwin," said Dave Roberts, Manager.
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Additionally, left fielder Teoscar Hernandez is scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment next week for a strained left hamstring, while left-handed pitcher Blake Snell is nearing a mound progression after undergoing an elbow procedure in mid-May.
