So far, Ohtani has made two starts for the Dodgers. He pitched one inning against the Padres on Monday, June 16, in his debut. He allowed one run in what turned out to be a 6-3 Los Angeles win. Then, he came back five days later and threw a perfect inning against the Washington Nationals.

Shohei Ohtani will make his long-awaited return to Kauffman Stadium this weekend. And there is a strong chance he could pitch as well. The Los Angeles Dodgers roll into town on Friday. They will begin a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals to conclude a weeklong homestand. It will be the Dodgers’ first trip to The K since 2023.