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Shohei Ohtani to miss 2026 All-Star Game because of knee irritation, won't pitch Friday, Dodgers say
By KABC at ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani will not pitch Friday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks and will miss the 2026 All-Star Game because of continued irritation in his left knee.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The news of Shohei Ohtani's knee irritation and subsequent absence from the 2026 All-Star Game will undoubtedly disappoint Dodgers fans across Los Angeles. As the city's baseball faithful had been eagerly anticipating his participation in the midsummer classic, his withdrawal will be felt throughout the community. The Dodgers' upcoming schedule, including Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, will now be closely watched to see how the team adjusts to Ohtani's temporary absence from the pitching rotation. With the All-Star Game also on the horizon, locals will be keeping a close eye on the Dodgers' roster and potential replacements for Ohtani. The impact of his injury will be particularly felt in the city's sports bars and restaurants, where fans often gather to watch Dodgers games and cheer on their favorite players.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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