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Shohei Ohtani (30) of the Los Angeles Dodgers is stepping up efforts to return to the pitcher's position. He posted a speed of 146 kilometers at a catch held at the Spring Camp in Glendale, Arizona on Tuesday (Korea time), raising expectations. 

According to Sports Hochi, he threw 22 balls at a distance of 60 meters and was shot 146 kilometers by the speed gun. Depending on the pitching schedule in stages, he is expected to start pitching in the bullpen soon. Ohtani is expected to return to pitching in May. More than 100 reporters gathered on the day to cover Ohtani. 

Ohtani underwent ligament bonding surgery in his right elbow in September 2023, and even had surgery on his left shoulder after finishing last year's World Series. Originally, he showed willingness to return to the team from this year's opening game, but delayed his return due to an injury on his left shoulder at last year's World Series. He threw a 146 km catch on the day, signaling that his rehabilitation is progressing smoothly. 

Ohtani is also correcting his pitching form. To prevent injury, Ohtani uses his right elbow to fold and throw. He is also throwing with his left foot taken back once. As he underwent surgery on his right elbow twice, he seems to have switched to a new pitching form that reduces burden on his elbow. 

The newspaper reported that the team is close to throwing a bullpen session and the speed of its rehabilitation could be accelerated. The team will be able to restart the team from May. It became the first major league player to hit 50 homers and 50 steals last year, becoming the MVP of the American League 카지노. If it takes the mound, it will open up the possibility of a World Series home run and a winning pitcher.