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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to have left knee drained Sunday and will miss All-Star Game
By David Brandt, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will have his left knee drained on Sunday to relieve continued irritation, and the procedure will force him to miss next week's All-Star Game in Philadelphia.Ohtani will have fluid removed from his left knee following a three-game series against...
Key takeaway The right-hander had an outing cut short against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 11 because of inflammation in the knee.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents who are also baseball fans, the news of Shohei Ohtani's absence from the All-Star Game may be a disappointment, especially given his impressive performance this season. As a community within the Houston area, many locals likely follow the Houston Astros, but Ohtani's unique talent as a two-way player has garnered attention from fans across the region. His inability to participate in the All-Star Game will undoubtedly be felt, particularly since he is one of the most popular players in the game. The fact that Ohtani will continue to play as a designated hitter for the Dodgers against the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend may offer some consolation for local fans who want to catch a glimpse of him in action, even if it's not on the mound.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will have his left knee drained on Sunday to relieve continued irritation, and the procedure will force him to miss next week's All-Star Game in Philadelphia.Ohtani will have fluid removed from his left knee following a three-game series against...
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