Shohei Ohtani

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Shohei Ohtani may have injured his shoulder in the World Series, but the Dodgers are still riding high - is a 2-0 lead enough to keep fans at the edge of their seats?

Los Angeles was electrified during Game 2 of the World Series as the Dodgers took on the New York Yankees, bagging a close 4-2 victory. However, celebrations were dimmed when superstar Shohei Ohtani, after a valiant attempt to steal second base, suffered an unfortunate injury. In a tense moment, he slid into second, only to partially dislocate his left shoulder. Fans at Dodger Stadium gasped as Ohtani crumpled on the field, raising concerns over how this injury could impact both him and the team's budding championship dreams.

Despite the grim moment, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts remained hopeful, displaying a ‘keep calm and carry on’ attitude that the team certainly needs right now. According to early reports, Ohtani's injury is classified as a shoulder subluxation, which could allow for a focused recovery that doesn’t sideline him too long. Talk about winning performance vibes! With a series lead of 2-0, Roberts and the rest of the team are optimistic about their chances moving forward, especially with Ohtani’s potential return.

Yet, the unease was palpable among Dodger fans as the game progressed. Ohtani’s prowess on the field has been nothing short of mesmerizing, and losing him not only affects gameplay but the electric atmosphere that his presence brings to the stadium. As the World Series heats up with its thrilling competitiveness, Ohtani's injury raises questions regarding depth and resilience, giving fans both anxiety and excitement – kind of like having too much kaya toast at breakfast, right?

The Dodgers will have to muster all the grit they can with or without Ohtani while keeping a watchful eye on his recovery process. The baseball world has always admired Ohtani's dual-threat talent, and his future remains bright even amidst this hurdle. Did you know Ohtani isn’t just an incredible hitter? He also pitched two scoreless innings in the current postseason, making him truly a remarkable treasure of the league!

Fun fact: The last time the Dodgers won consecutive World Series games was in 1988! Also, Ohtani holds the record for being the first player to be selected as an All-Star as both a pitcher and a designated hitter in the same season. This just goes to show how much impact he has on the game and why all eyes are eagerly awaiting his quick recovery!

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Shohei Ohtani injures shoulder in Dodgers' World Series Game 2 win (The Straits Times)

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expects Ohtani to feature in the rest of the series, which his team lead 2-0. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Shohei Ohtani injury update: Dodgers star dislocates shoulder in ... (USA TODAY)

Shohei Ohtani injured himself while sliding into second base on a failed steal attempt.

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Dodgers 'encouraged' by early indications after Ohtani injures ... (MLB.com)

LOS ANGELES -- After a 4-2 win over the Yankees in Game 2 of the World Series at Dodger Stadium, the mood in the clubhouse wasn't nearly as upbeat as it ...

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Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani suffers shoulder injury during ... (NBC News)

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani suffered an apparent left shoulder injury in the seventh inning against the New York Yankees.

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Dodgers Shohei Ohtani Suffers Shoulder Subluxation In Win Vs ... (Forbes)

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani suffered a subluxation of his left shoulder in a second base steal attempt during a 4-2 Game 2 World Series win over the ...

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Shohei Ohtani sustains shoulder injury in Game 2 of World Series (Yahoo Sports)

The Dodgers won 4-2, but Ohtani's injury left Dodger Stadium stunned.

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Shohei Ohtani partially dislocates left shoulder during World Series ... (ABC News)

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani partially dislocated his left shoulder during the seventh inning of Saturday's Game 2 of the World Series against the New ...

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Shohei Ohtani suffers partial dislocation of his left shoulder during ... (PBS NewsHour)

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani partially dislocated his left shoulder during the seventh inning of Saturday's Game 2 of the World Series against the New ...

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Shohei Ohtani injury update: Dodgers announce superstar's status ... (USA TODAY)

NEW YORK — Crisis averted for the Los Angeles Dodgers. A day after superstar Shohei Ohtani suffered a partially dislocated shoulder in Game 2 of the World ...

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Shohei Ohtani will reportedly play in Game 3 World Series after ... (Yahoo Sports)

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told ESPN that Ohtani is "in a great spot" injury-wise and will not miss the next game.

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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (shoulder) cleared to play in Game 3 - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

"He's in a great spot. He's playing tomorrow," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told ESPN's Karl Ravech via text. Ohtani suffered a subluxation of his left shoulder ...

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