In the last season that he pitched in 2023, Ohtani had a 3.13 ERA, a 1.06 WHIP and a 10-5 record, helping him earn a second AL MVP. Unfortunately, his season on the mound was cut short as he underwent surgery for a UCL tear in his right elbow in September. Since then, he's been on the road to recovery.

Roughly four hours before first pitch Monday night, Shohei Ohtani sat at his locker in the Dodger Stadium clubhouse and prepared for his biggest game of the season.First, the reigning MVP unwrapped the black compression sleeve he wears when pitching,

The two-way superstar will be on the mound for his Dodgers pitching debut against San Diego tomorrow night. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.