Multiple reports say Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia because of left knee irritation. The Dodgers adjust his workload so he can remain available for upcoming regular-season games while receiving treatment. Ohtani is scratched from a scheduled start and continues as the team’s designated hitter through the weekend, including during the series against the Diamondbacks. Reports also note the Dodgers’ approach is precautionary, citing ongoing irritation associated with a prior 2019 surgical site. The Athletic and Yahoo Sports report that Ohtani will spend the All-Star break getting treatment rather than taking part in the festivities. Because he is not expected to appear at the All-Star Game, an NL roster replacement is arranged; Times of India reports Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera replaces him. Across outlets, the common point is that Ohtani remains sidelined from pitching duties for now, with the Dodgers focusing on preserving his health for the stretch run as they pursue another deep postseason run.