After a frustrating 7-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs, Ohtani missed an opportunity with runners in scoring position, and he’s batting .261 overall and .224 in his last 14 games. It’s not a scorching start like last year, but it’s hardly a disaster, especially this early.

The Los Angeles Dodgers were swept by the Chicago Cubs as their Japanese superstar struggles in return from the paternity list.

The Dodgers embrace the belief shared widely throughout MLB that there is 'dad strength,' a gift new father Shohei Ohtani is expected to enjoy.