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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was held out of the starting lineup for a third consecutive game on Saturday due to ongoing biceps and neck issues. Ohtani had expressed soreness in his neck and along his right arm following Wednesday's 8-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, prompting the team to continue managing his workload cautiously. Despite the extended absence, the Dodgers said Ohtani has not yet been placed on the injured list and remains hopeful he can avoid one as the club navigates the stretch run of the 2026 MLB season.