Shohei Ohtani hurt his right elbow after a Dodgers win against the Phillies. The injury happened when teammate Alex Call accidentally kicked Ohtani’s elbow during the celebration.
Ohtani showed visible discomfort and shook his elbow, but he stayed in the game despite the incident. This raises concern because he had elbow surgery earlier in 2023 and has been carefully managing his pitching schedule since.
The Dodgers have not announced any plans to put Ohtani on the injured list yet. Fans and analysts are watching closely because Ohtani is a key player in the Dodgers’ lineup and a strong contender for the National League MVP award.
Market reactions already reflect some doubt about Ohtani’s chances for the 2026 MVP after this event. If the injury keeps him out longer, it could seriously affect his performance and the team's outlook.
How Ohtani performs in the next games and any official updates from the Dodgers will be key. If he bounces back quickly and maintains high performance, his MVP odds could improve again.
