Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani ready to throw bullpen session

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Shohei Ohtani is ready to begin his pitching comeback, and the Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander said Wednesday that he will throw a bullpen session this weekend.

Ohtani underwent Tommy John surgery in September 2023 while still with the Los Angeles Angels. He was unable to pitch last season while enjoying a standout first season with the Dodgers as a hitter.