During Ohtani's absence, Teoscar Hernandez filled the designated hitter role, and Tommy Edman took the lead-off spot.
During the All-Star break, Ohtani received a lubricating Orthovisc injection to help his recovery.
As of late July, the Dodgers expected him to resume throwing and playing catch by the weekend or early the following week.
Before his injury, Ohtani had an outstanding pitching record with a 1.79 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and 95 strikeouts over 85.2 innings in 14 starts.
He was a leading candidate for the National League Cy Young Award. However, his pitching absence has diminished his chances for the award.
The Dodgers will rely on Ohtani's pitching performance in October as they aim for a third consecutive championship.
