Dodgers' star Shohei Ohtani may return to pitch before the MLB All-Star break, pending recovery.

Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' two-way star recovering from Tommy John surgery, may pitch before the MLB All-Star break in July, according to Manager Dave Roberts. Ohtani, who has been impressive in recent simulated innings, is currently performing well as a designated hitter, leading the NL with 23 home runs. The team's pressing need for pitchers could see his return brought forward, though his health remains the top priority.