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Shohei Ohtani not in Dodgers' lineup while away from team on paternity leave

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is absent from the team lineup as he takes paternity leave for the birth of his second child.

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The brief

Shohei Ohtani has been removed from the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for their game against the Baltimore Orioles. Coverage from the Los Angeles Times, People.com, Yahoo Sports, MLB.com, and ABC7 Los Angeles confirms that Ohtani was a late scratch for the matchup.

The reports focus on his designated leave status and the reason for his departure from team activities. Official channels indicate that Ohtani could return to the lineup as early as Saturday.

Future updates depend on his availability following the completion of his leave.

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Quick answers

Why is Shohei Ohtani missing games?

Ohtani is away from the Dodgers on paternity leave for the birth of his second child.

When is Ohtani expected to return?

According to MLB.com, he could return to the team as early as Saturday.

Which team was Ohtani scheduled to play?

He was originally in the lineup to face the Baltimore Orioles.

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Shohei Ohtani Los Angeles Dodgers MLB Baltimore Orioles Mamiko Tanaka

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