Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Shohei Ohtani is expected to be available for the weekend series against the New York Yankees after undergoing a procedure to relieve irritation in his left knee. Multiple reports state that fluid was drained from the knee following Sunday’s game, and that Ohtani will be used as a designated hitter at least initially. The Dodgers have also managed their plans around the injury concern while finalizing their approach for the series, including decisions affecting how Ohtani fits into the lineup. Yahoo Sports reports that Ohtani will take several days of vacation before the season’s second half, as he recovers. While the exact timing for a return to pitching is not specified in the reports provided, the current plan centers on limiting his role to batting duties. Sources agree that his status remains fluid-dependent and day-to-day, with the Dodgers emphasizing availability for the Yankees series rather than a full absence.