Shohei Ohtani was removed from the Dodgers' game against the Padres due to back tightness. Dave Roberts, the team manager, mentioned that Ohtani's removal was a precautionary measure as his back 'tightened up.' Roberts expressed that his concern level is 'minimal' about the injury but is considering giving Ohtani a day off to recover. The Dodgers secured a 5-0 victory over the Padres in the game.
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Dave Roberts said Shohei Ohtani was removed from tonight’s game because “his back tightened up” Roberts said his concern level right now is “minimal” but is leaning toward giving Ohtani the day off tomorrow. They’ll see how he feels in the morning