The Los Angeles Dodgers are holding Shohei Ohtani out of the lineup for his start against the Miami Marlins. This is the second time this season Ohtani has only pitched in a game.
Key points
Dodgers hold Ohtani out of lineup for his start
Ohtani has pitched in only two games this season
He allowed one run in his last outing against the Mets
Dodgers won their last game against the Marlins
Team scored three runs in the ninth inning
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Apr 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) and two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) score on a walk-off single by right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) in the ninth inning to defeat the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Apr 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) and two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) score on a walk-off single by right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) in the ninth inning to defeat the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
This marks the second time Ohtani has only pitched in a game this season, the first coming earlier in April against the New York Mets. During that outing, the Dodgers’ superstar he pitched six-innings and only allowed one run.
LA is coming off of a gritty win in the first game of their series against the Marlins, during which they scored three runs in the ninth to walk off the visitors.
Q&A
Why is Shohei Ohtani not playing against the Miami Marlins?
Shohei Ohtani is being held out of the lineup for his start against the Miami Marlins as part of the Dodgers' strategy.
How many games has Shohei Ohtani pitched this season?
Shohei Ohtani has pitched in only two games this season, including his previous outing against the New York Mets.
What was Ohtani's performance in his last pitching outing?
In his last pitching outing against the New York Mets, Ohtani pitched six innings and allowed only one run.
What was the outcome of the Dodgers' last game against the Marlins?
The Dodgers won their last game against the Marlins with a walk-off single in the ninth inning.
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Apr 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) and two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) score on a walk-off single by right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) in the ninth inning to defeat the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Apr 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) and two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) score on a walk-off single by right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) in the ninth inning to defeat the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Who Will Play for the Dodgers Today?
Ohtani will take the mound for the Dodgers and look to improve on his already impressive start to the MLB season. He has four starts under his belt so far, and has only allowed one earned run through 24 innings pitched.
Taking Ohtani’s leadoff spot in the lineup is designated hitter Dalton Rushing, who also played DH last time Ohtani didn’t feature in the lineup. The next part of the lineup remains unchanged, with first baseman Freddie Freeman, catcher Will Smith and right fielder Kyle Tucker in the No. 2 to No. 4 spots.
Right-hander Janson Junk is set to make his sixth start of the season on Tuesday, and he’s been solid through the early portion of the season. He has a 3.67 ERA through 27 innings pitched, and is coming off of the best outing of his season—during which he posted five scoreless innings.
The Dodgers rolled out a left-handed heavy lineup to deal with Junk, who has allowed a .345 batting average against lefties this season.
LA will hope to use that to their advantage as they seek to expand their lead at the top of the division and win their second consecutive series at home. First pitch comes at 7:10 p.m. PT.
