Ohtani sidelined for Dodgers' spring opener, nursing elbow injury rehab

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Shohei Ohtani sidelined for Dodgers' spring opener due to elbow rehab

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Manager Dave Roberts confirms Ohtani's rehab ahead of schedule

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Ohtani's return to live pitching delayed; set to face later

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Dodgers aim for Ohtani's designated hitter role by Opening Day

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Despite missed practices, Ohtani shows promising batting form

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Roberts emphasizes importance of live at-bats for Ohtani's readiness

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Expect Ohtani to feature shortly after Dodgers' spring opener, says Roberts

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