Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says three-time MVP Shohei Ohtani will make his first spring training appearance of the year on Friday night against his old team, the Los Angeles Angels. Ohtani, 30, will be the designated hitter.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani got some big news on Thursday as manager Dave Roberts announced that he would stay in the leadoff spot for the 2025 season. Per Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register: Mookie Betts batting leadoff today but will slide back to 2nd spot when Shohei Ohtani is in the lineup.