Francisco Alvarez Hits Two Homers in Mets Win

Ohtani Day-to-Day; Dodgers Manage Injuries

Shohei Ohtani has not pitched since July 3 due to knee inflammation and biceps discomfort, and his hitting has slumped as the Dodgers weigh whether to rest or possibly limit his mound work while leaning on him as a designated hitter. The Dodgers remain cautious, with manager Dave Roberts indicating ongoing evaluations and the potential for a shutdown or limited bullpen role if his progression stalls, as emphasizes by on-field scares including a knee tweak and a hit-by-pitch elbow incident but ultimately staying in the lineup.

Red Sox, Orioles Benches Clear After Hard Slide