Ohtani has been hitting the upper mid-90s with his fastball, a clear sign that he should be able to get back to his status as a top hurler. In fact, his manager, Dave Roberts, says that he envisions Ohtani not missing a beat as a pitcher when he returns.

On Friday, Shohei Ohtani wasted no time proving he’s still at the top of his game in his first spring training at-bat. Facing Angels left-hander Yusei Kikuchi, Ohtani worked a full count before launching an opposite-field home run, a no-doubt shot that sent a clear message—his surgically repaired left shoulder isn’t slowing him down.

The prank war between Shohei Ohtani and Dave Roberts, manager of the Dodgers, has a new chapter. After Ohtani pulled two car-related pranks on Roberts, including parking a toy Porsche in his spot during MLB Spring Training,

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