Shohei Ohtani stated he could be far from peak fitness for the playoffs, citing ongoing injuries. He said he felt his strongest during the NLDS, hoping to regain his power. The Dodgers announced Ohtani will occupy the second spot in Game 1, with top prospect De Paula and pitcher Henriquez also joining the NLDS team. Ohtani's injuries continue to be unexplained, complicating the situation to the Dodgers' postseason plan.