スポーツ｜大谷翔平、休養日でMVP狙う / Sports | Shohei Ohtani aims for MVP on his day off.

Summary

On September 28, 2025, Shohei Ohtani was not in the starting lineup for the game against the Mariners, marking a complete rest day for him.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts explained that this decision was made with Ohtani’s health in mind and is part of the preparation for the playoffs. Despite being in the race for the home run title, Ohtani is prioritizing the MVP award. This season, he has missed three games, including one for paternity leave due to the birth of his daughter, and there are high expectations for his performance.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey Log, I heard that Ohtani has a rest day! What do you think about that?
Log: Yeah, well, the coach said he’s aiming for MVP, so he probably needs to take care of his body.
Chako: But with the home run title race going on, is that really okay?
Log: That’s true, but I guess focusing on preparing for the playoffs is important.
Navi: Since Ohtani hasn’t missed many games this season, he likely has the physical stamina to handle it.
Chako: Oh, I see! That makes me feel better!

Admin’s Note

The news about Shohei Ohtani’s rest days has reaffirmed the importance of physical management. His determination to aim for the MVP award serves as a great example for other players. The choices he’s making in preparation for the playoffs and with an eye on a long-term career are encouraging for fans as well. We look forward to his future performances!