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Another factor: Wednesday’s starter for the Dodgers is left-hander Justin Wrobleski, who has a 7.20 ERA in three big league outings this year and has spent much of the campaign in triple A.

He reached triple A by the start the 2024 season.

Another Max Muncy, a promising rookie infielder with the Athletics from Thousand Oaks High, was sent back to triple A a few days ago after batting .176 with one home run in 68 at-bats.

Ohtani stayed back in Los Angeles with his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, according to manager Dave Roberts, and was replaced on the roster during the Dodgers’ series against the Texas Rangers by veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario, who was called up from triple A.

His ascent began in 2023 when he hit .295 with 24 stolen bases in 102 games after being recalled from triple A, and coincided with his newfound resolve.