On Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers played the New York Mets (at home) in California.
The Dodgers won by a score of 4-0.
Shohei Ohtani finished with one run and one strikeout in four at-bats.
Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani Injury Update
GettyShohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers is hit by a pitch during the first inning of a game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium on April 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
During the game, Ohtani had an injury scare when he got hit by a pitch.
Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic wrote: “Shohei Ohtani got hit by a pitch on the right shoulder, prompting some of the loudest boos I’ve heard at Dodger Stadium. But he looks to be ok and is staying in.”
GettyShohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts at first base after being hit by a pitch during the first inning of a game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium on April 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
After the game, manager Dave Roberts provided an update on the future Hall of Famer.
Jack Harris of The California Post wrote: “Shohei Ohtani did have a bandage on the back of his shoulder where he got hit by the pitch tonight, but Dave Roberts said it’s only a bruise and shouldn’t impact his pitching start Wednesday
“I’m happy he’s not pitching tomorrow,” Roberts quipped”
Ohtani’s Incredible Dodgers Tenure
Ohtani is currently batting .267 with five home runs, ten RBI’s and ten runs in 16 games so far this season.
He is in his third year playing for the Dodgers.
They have won the World Series Championship in each of his first two seasons with the franchise.
GettyShohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers shows off his World Series ring during a ceremony at Dodger Stadium on March 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
In addition to his batting, the four-time MVP has also pitched in two games this year.
He is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA.
Sarah Langs of MLB.com wrote: “Longest on-base streaks, Dodgers since 1900: 1954 Duke Snider: 58 games 2000 Shawn Green: 53 1900-01 Willie Keeler: 50 2025-26 Shohei Ohtani: 47 *active 1975-76 Ron Cey: 47”
Dodgers And Mets
The Dodgers are off to another incredible start to the season with a 12-4 record in 16 games.
They are 7-3 in the ten games they have played at home in Los Angeles.
After two more games against the Mets, the Dodgers will visit the Colorado Rockies on Friday.
GettyShohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning in game three of the 2025 World Series at Dodger Stadium on October 27, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
Meanwhile, the Mets have gone cold, losing six games in a row.
They are 7-10 in 17 games, which has them at the bottom of the National League East.
On the road, the Mets are 4-4 in eight games away from Citi Field.
Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani Injury Update After Mets Game