Ohtani will not pitch against Diamondbacks, will miss 2026 All-Star Game due to knee irritation

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani will not pitch Friday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks and will miss the 2026 All-Star Game because of continued irritation in his left knee.
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