The Los Angeles Dodgers are not willing to jeopardize Shohei Ohtani's health to squeeze a few more innings out of his right arm.

The Dodgers made it clear heading into the new season that they would take their time with Ohtani and build him up appropriately, because when it comes to a player like the two-way unicorn, they are ensuring his long-term health and long-term production, rather than a few great stints.