Dodgers Post podcast: Shohei Ohtani playing through injuries

Is Shohei Ohtani pushing himself a little bit too hard now?

That’s what California Post baseball writers Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris are discussing on the latest episode of the Dodgers Post podcast, coming off Ohtani’s six-inning, four-run start against the Rays on Wednesday.

Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani has been playing through a knee injury and a blister. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

After Ohtani pitched through a knee injury and a blister in the outing, Jack wonders whether the two-way star could use a more extended break between outings now, while Dylan counters by noting the value of his innings and his ability to manage a grueling workload.

Later, the two analyze Mookie Betts’ season, what has made him the unluckiest hitter in baseball and why they remain bullish on him turning things around.

Finally, they look ahead to the Dodgers’ upcoming series against the Orioles, which will include a pivotal start from Roki Sasaki.

As always, they wrap with predictions and trivia. Dylan also remembers the time he learned of Manny Ramirez’s PED suspension.

Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani has battled a blister in some recent starts. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

All that and more, on the latest episode of Dodgers Post.