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Dodgers rest Shohei Ohtani amid lingering left knee soreness
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Beth Harris - The Associated Press , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway The decision was made after the athlete reported renewed soreness.
In Los Angeles , a key player's health is a concern. Knee soreness has been an issue for some time, and this has impacted participation in games. The team decided to sit out a certain athlete due to this lingering problem.
The decision was made after the athlete reported renewed soreness. This communication allowed the team to make an informed decision about participation. As a result, another player took the athlete's place in the lineup.
Further details about the situation are available from local sports news sources, including the impact on the athlete's ability to pitch and participate in other games.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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