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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to miss All-Star Game, next mound start because of left knee irritation
By David Brandt, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will miss next week's All-Star Game in Philadelphia because of continued irritation in his left knee.The Dodgers added that Ohtani would not make his scheduled start on the mound against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night, but would contin...
Key takeaway The right-hander had an outing cut short against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 11 because of inflammation in the knee.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Houston area baseball fans, the news of Shohei Ohtani's absence from the All-Star Game is a disappointment, as his unique talent as a two-way player has captivated audiences nationwide. Locally, Astros fans who have followed Ohtani's career and successes with the Dodgers may be particularly interested in his progress, given the teams' frequent matchups in the National League West and the Astros' own experiences with injuries to key players. As the Dodgers, with the best record in baseball, continue their season, their performance will likely remain a topic of discussion among Houston baseball enthusiasts, who can appreciate the challenges of maintaining a strong record while dealing with injuries to star players. With the Astros competing in the same league, Ohtani's return to full strength will be noteworthy for its potential impact on the Dodgers' continued dominance.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will miss next week's All-Star Game in Philadelphia because of continued irritation in his left knee.The Dodgers added that Ohtani would not make his scheduled start on the mound against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night, but would contin...
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