Shohei Ohtani injury update gives hope for a regular season return to moundShohei Ohtani - Los Angeles Dodgers | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectOhtani started a throwing progression this past Saturday. Manager Dave Roberts expects Ohtani to pitch as an opener, rather than a full starter, upon his eventual return. The Dodgers are rushing Shohei Othani back for no reasonShohei Ohtani - Los Angeles Dodgers | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectThere's no denying how dominant Ohtani has been on the mound this season — when healthy. But its not like Ohtani is the only Dodgers pitcher capable of such a role. He is a historically dominant talent in every respect and there's no reason to believe that, no matter his role, Ohtani won't show up in the playoffs.