Los Angeles Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Struggles Post-Paternity Leave
Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ two-way phenom, has returned from paternity leave with uncharacteristic struggles at the plate. The 30-year-old Japanese superstar, who signed a record $700 million deal with the Dodgers in December 2023, has yet to regain his MVP FORM since rejoining the team.
Ohtani’s slow start comes after leading the Dodgers to a 2024 World Series title and recovering from elbow surgery that temporarily limited his dual-threat capabilities. His current performance dip marks a rare lapse for the player who dominated MLB during his five-year tenure with the Los Angeles Angels, earning multiple All-Star selections and MVP honors.