Shohei Ohtani's Season-Ending News that Shocked the Baseball World

Los Angeles Angels' superstar Shohei Ohtani will no longer be able to play for the remainder of the season due to right oblique inflammation, an inflammation affecting his core muscles, as stated by his team on Saturday. Previously, Ohtani had already been declared unfit to pitch for the season after tearing his ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow on August 23. However, on Saturday, it was further confirmed that his batting season was now also cut short.

Ohtani sustained an oblique injury while batting on September 4. It remains uncertain if he will require a second Tommy John surgery for his UCL injury, which typically necessitates a recovery period of 12 to 18 months.

Although Ohtani had already emptied his locker last Friday, Angels general manager Perry Minasian clarified that there is no malicious intent or underlying narrative involved.

Minasian mentioned, as per MLB.com, that he believed the individual considered the chance of undergoing a procedure on the current day, which explains why they prepared themselves. Their utmost concentration lies in the fact that the season is concluded and they need to gear up for the next 24. Ultimately, their mindset revolves around being present for the last homestand.

Shohei Ohtani will be a free agent after this season.

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Ohtani had been having an exceptional individual season prior to his injury, leading the American League in homers, triples, and walks. He also achieved an impressive record of 10-5 on the mound with a 3.14 ERA and 167 strikeouts in 132 innings. As a free agent after this season, his future with the Los Angeles team is uncertain. However, it is highly anticipated that he will become the highest-paid baseball player in history.