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Shohei Ohtani’s Cy Young Bid Takes Major Hit After Latest Pitching Setback

Shohei Ohtani's latest pitching setback has likely ended his National League Cy Young Award chase, according to Ken Rosenthal. Knee discomfort continues delaying his return to the mound, limiting his projected innings total. While the Dodgers still expect Ohtani to pitch again this season, the missed starts have significantly hurt his chances of winning the prestigious award.

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