Ohtani won't require surgery; Dodgers 'fully expect him to pitch next year'

Shohei Ohtani will not require surgery for any ailment he experienced during the past season, according to Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman, who made the announcement on Wednesday. Friedman also expressed confidence that Ohtani is expected to pitch next year, stating 'I fully expect him to pitch next year.' The news provides a positive outlook for Ohtani's dual role as both a pitcher and hitter heading into the next season.