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Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game
By Beth Harris, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 4, 2026
· 3 min read
Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres in the seventh inning with a right biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in the All-Star Game after the Los Angeles Dodgers adjusted his schedule.The two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats before being lifted as a precaut...
Key takeaway He struck out nine and threw a season-high 110 pitches before Los Angeles rallied for a 4-3 victory.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For San Antonio baseball fans, the news of Shohei Ohtani's biceps issue is a reminder that even the biggest stars in the sport are not immune to injury. As the city's own baseball enthusiasts look forward to potential future matchups between the Dodgers and the San Antonio Missions, a Double-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, they may be wondering how Ohtani's health will impact the team's performance. With the All-Star Game approaching, locals who follow the sport will be keeping a close eye on Ohtani's recovery and whether he will be able to participate in the game as a pitcher. The fact that Ohtani is already slated to start as the NL designated hitter adds an extra layer of interest for fans in the Terrell Hills area, who will be watching to see how his injury affects his role in the midsummer classic.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres in the seventh inning with a right biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in the All-Star Game after the Los Angeles Dodgers adjusted his schedule.The two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats before being lifted as a precaut...
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