Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani Undergoes Surgery for Torn UCL, Out for Pitching Until 2025

Key points:
- Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani undergoes surgery to repair torn UCL in his right elbow
- Ohtani plans to be ready for Opening Day 2024 but won't pitch again until 2025
- The article provides updates on Ohtani's injury and his future plans
Los Angeles Angels’ star player Shohei Ohtani underwent surgery to repair a torn UCL in his right elbow. Ohtani, who had been playing as a hitter despite the injury, decided to end his season after suffering an oblique injury. The 29-year-old plans to be available as a hitter for the 2024 Opening Day and will resume pitching in 2025. The Angels will be without Ohtani’s pitching abilities for the next few seasons, but fans can look forward to seeing him in action as a hitter.
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