It wasn’t a perfect performance by Shohei Ohtani. But Monday night’s long-awaited return to the mound marked a resounding success for Ohtani and the Dodgers nonetheless.

Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman says the team plans to take a long-term approach with Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound.

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Makes Decision After Shohei Ohtani Pitching Debut originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Shohei Ohtani made his first appearance on the mound since August of 2023, a consequence a September surgery to repair damage in his throwing elbow.