The Los Angeles Dodgers host the San Diego Padres on Monday, June 16 in a game that will also be Shohei Ohtani's first time pitching in a game since 2023.

Shohei Ohtani, who hasn’t pitched since August 23, 2023, is set to return to the mound Monday night in a rivalry matchup against the San Diego Padres. Ohtani, who turns 31 next month, has already won three MVP awards, two in the American League and one in the National League. He’s currently the odds-on favorite to win another this season.

The San Diego Padres entered the weekend with a 4-6 record in their last 10 games, but they still have one of the best records in the National League. With the MLB trade deadline just over a month out, San Diego is reportedly willing to be aggressive to upgrade one key spot in its lineup.

The San Diego Padres are expected to be active at the trade deadline this summer, but where the front office will focus on remains somewhat of a mystery. More news: Padres Linked to $50 Million All-Star,

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a massive Shohei Ohtani announcement right before the game against the San Diego Padres.

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