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Baseball: Dodgers two-way star Ohtani set for pitching return Monday

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers stands on the mound as teammate Michael Conforto (23) watches after winning a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on June 15, 2025. Ohtani's club said the same day that the two-way player, who last pitched in 2023, will make his debut on the mound in a Dodgers uniform on June 16, starting against the San Diego Padres.

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Baseball: Ohtani set for pitching return

Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way player Shohei Ohtani plays catch on June 15, 2025, ahead of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Ohtani's club said the same day that the two-way player, who last pitched in 2023, will make his debut on the mound in a Dodgers uniform on June 16, starting against the San Diego Padres.

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Baseball: Dodgers two-way star Ohtani set for pitching return Monday

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers stands on the mound after winning a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on June 15, 2025. Ohtani's club said the same day that the two-way player, who last pitched in 2023, will make his debut on the mound in a Dodgers uniform on June 16, starting against the San Diego Padres.

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Japan Tobacco Pres. Terabatake

Japan Tobacco Inc. President Masamichi Terabatake gives an interview in Tokyo on June 15, 2023.

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Japan Tobacco Pres. Terabatake

Japan Tobacco Inc. President Masamichi Terabatake gives an interview in Tokyo on June 15, 2023.

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Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku

Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku gives an interview at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on June 15, 2023.

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Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku

Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku gives an interview at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on June 15, 2023.

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Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku

Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku gives an interview at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on June 15, 2023.

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Tennis: Caribbean Open

Kei Nishikori of Japan plays against Mitchell Krueger of the United States during the second round of the Caribbean Open tennis tournament in Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico, on June 15, 2023.

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Tennis: Caribbean Open

Kei Nishikori of Japan plays against Mitchell Krueger of the United States during the second round of the Caribbean Open tennis tournament in Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico, on June 15, 2023.

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Tennis: Caribbean Open

Kei Nishikori of Japan plays against Mitchell Krueger of the United States during the second round of the Caribbean Open tennis tournament in Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico, on June 15, 2023.

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Tennis: Caribbean Open

Kei Nishikori of Japan plays against Mitchell Krueger of the United States during the second round of the Caribbean Open tennis tournament in Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico, on June 15, 2023.

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Tennis: Caribbean Open

Kei Nishikori of Japan serves against Mitchell Krueger of the United States during the second round of the Caribbean Open tennis tournament in Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Combined photo shows Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels playing a two-way role as a hitter and pitcher during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023. Ohtani pitched six innings for the win and matched the MLB lead with his 22nd homer.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani (L) of the Los Angeles Angels helps first baseman Jared Walsh get up during the third inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023. Walsh made a diving play to throw out Corey Seager.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels speaks to reporters after contributing both as a pitcher and a hitter in a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani (R) of the Los Angeles Angels speaks to reporters after contributing both as a pitcher and a hitter in a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels players Shohei Ohtani (L) and Mike Trout exchange high-fives after victory over the Texas Rangers in a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani (C, front) of the Los Angeles Angels reacts after the baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, ended with a 5-3 victory on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Texas Rangers during a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023, in a photo taken with a slow shutter speed.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels pumps his fist after hitting his 22nd home run of the season during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Texas Rangers during a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Texas Rangers during a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Japanese Wolf Prize winner Suga

Professor Hiroaki Suga (L) of the University of Tokyo receives a medal from Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Jerusalem on June 15, 2023, after being awarded the prestigious Wolf Prize in Chemistry.

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Japanese Wolf Prize winner Suga

Professor Hiroaki Suga (far L) of the University of Tokyo, a winner of the Wolf Prize in Chemistry, poses with the other recipients of the prestigious awards given to outstanding scientists and artists, in Jerusalem on June 15, 2023.

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Japanese Wolf Prize winner Suga

Professor Hiroaki Suga (C) of the University of Tokyo, a winner of the prestigious Wolf Prize in Chemistry, poses with his certificate in Jerusalem on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani (17) of the Los Angeles Angels high-fives teammates after hitting his 22nd home run of the season during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels gestures after hitting his 22nd home run of the season during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels gestures after hitting his 22nd home run of the season during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hits a two-run home run off Texas Rangers relief pitcher Brock Burke during the eighth inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hits a two-run home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hits a two-run home run off Texas Rangers relief pitcher Brock Burke during the eighth inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hits a two-run home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) gives up an RBI double to Adolis Garcia of the Texas Rangers during the third inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) gives up an RBI single to Jonah Heim of the Texas Rangers during the third inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani (R) of the Los Angeles Angels hands his protective gear to a ball boy after drawing a walk during the first inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels watches a ball sail past him outside of the strike zone during the first inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Shohei Ohtani (R) of the Los Angeles Angels fist bumps first base coach Damon Mashore after reaching on a walk during the first inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Texas Rangers during a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Texas Rangers during a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Baseball: Angels vs. Rangers

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws against the Texas Rangers during a baseball game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on June 15, 2023.

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Golf: U.S. Open

Japan's Ryutaro Nagano plays his second shot on the first hole during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Los Angeles Country Club in California on June 15, 2023.

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Golf: U.S. Open

Japan's Ryutaro Nagano hits off the third tee during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Los Angeles Country Club in California on June 15, 2023.

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Golf: U.S. Open

Japan's Yuto Katsuragawa gives a thumbs up after closing out the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at 1-under at Los Angeles Country Club in California on June 15, 2023.

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Golf: U.S. Open

Japan's Yuto Katsuragawa hits off the eighth tee during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Los Angeles Country Club in California on June 15, 2023.

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Golf: U.S. Open

Japan's Ryo Ishikawa acknowledges applause from the gallery after saving par on the 14th hole during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at the Los Angeles Country Club in California on June 15, 2023.

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Golf: U.S. Open

Japan's Ryo Ishikawa plays a shot on the 14th hole during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Los Angeles Country Club in California on June 15, 2023.

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Football: Japan-El Salvador friendly

Japan's Keito Nakamura (R) scores a goal in the second half of an international football friendly against El Salvador on June 15, 2023, at Toyota Stadium in Toyota in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan.

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Football: Japan-El Salvador friendly

Japan's Kyogo Furuhashi (3rd from R) scores a goal with a header in the second half of an international football friendly against El Salvador on June 15, 2023, at Toyota Stadium in Toyota in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan.

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Football: Japan-El Salvador friendly

Japan players celebrate after beating El Salvador 6-0 in an international football friendly on June 15, 2023, at Toyota Stadium in Toyota in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan.