Shohei Ohtani's Elbow Surgery Delays Pitching Return Until 2025

Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani underwent elbow surgery and is expected to recover in time to hit in 2024 and pitch in 2025, according to his agent and surgeon. Ohtani, who was placed on the injured list with an oblique injury, will not play again this season. The surgery aimed to repair the issue at hand and reinforce the healthy ligament, with the goal of allowing Ohtani to continue hitting and pitching for years to come. The exact details of the surgery were not disclosed, but it is clear that Ohtani remains committed to being a two-way star in the future.