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Shohei Ohtani’s health has suddenly become one of the biggest stories in baseball. The Los Angeles Dodgers are giving Ohtani time to recover after the four-time MVP showed visible signs of being compromised at the plate. With Ohtani battling left knee pain and right biceps soreness — and his offensive numbers declining since restarting his throwing program — should the Dodgers shut down his attempt to return to the mound and focus entirely on getting their superstar hitter healthy for October?
Meanwhile, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. may finally be showing signs of life for the Toronto Blue Jays. Vladdy exploded for five RBIs, including an RBI double and a massive three-run home run in an 11-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians. With Toronto fighting for an AL Wild Card spot, could this finally be the swing that ignites Guerrero after a frustrating 2026 season?
Plus, it’s officially MLB Hot Seat season. Which managers and general managers are fighting for their jobs over the final weeks of the season? We break down Dan Wilson and the disappointing Seattle Mariners, Nick Krall and the Cincinnati Reds, Ben Cherington’s future with the Pittsburgh Pirates, A.J. Preller and the San Diego Padres, Ross Atkins in Toronto and more.
🔥 Shohei Ohtani’s health becomes a major Dodgers concern
⚾ Should Los Angeles shut Ohtani down as a pitcher?
💥 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally breaks out for Toronto
🏃 Can Vladdy carry the Blue Jays into the postseason?
🔥 Which MLB managers and GMs are officially on the hot seat?
Mike Stanton and Htown Wheelhouse break it all down on Back to the Bullpen as September baseball heats up and the pressure rises across Major League Baseball.
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