Dodgers to assess Shohei Ohtani's fitness ahead of Game 3 The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to assess whether Shohei Ohtani's enduring injuries justify sitting him out of Game 3 of the National League Championship Series, but will continue to play him if he considers himself fit. , The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to assess whether Shohei Ohtani's enduring injuries justify sitting him out of Game 3 of the National League Championship Series, but will continue to play him if he considers himself fit. The decision came after Ohtani went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in a 7-4 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 2 on Monday, placing the Dodgers in a 2-0 hole in the best-of-seven series. In a statement, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that he will have a conversation with Ohtani during Tuesday's workout in L.A. to 'try to figure out what's best for him.Ohtani Injury Assessment Plan' However, a source clarified that the team will only sit Ohtani if he believes he is compromised by the left knee and right bicep injuries that previously hindered him. If he feels good enough to play, the plan is to continue playing him. Ohtani's performance has been lacking, with a meager .156/.283/.200 over the past eight weeks, a stretch during which he went on the injured list in hopes of recovering his body.He has not homered since August 18 and has produced only three hits in 20 postseason at-bats. The Dodgers' struggles extend well beyond Ohtani, with the team struggling to score runs late in games. The Brewers' bullpen, led by Aaron Ashby, Abner Uribe, and Trevor Megill, has been effective in shutting down the Dodgers' offense, allowing only five of 33 batters to reach base in Game 1 and Game 2.The Dodgers' failure to get hits with runners in scoring position has been particularly concerning, with the team going 0-for-4 in that situation in Game 2 and 2-for-26 in the playoffs, with both hits coming off the bat of Andy Pages. The reason the Dodgers are in this position, according to Freddie Freeman, is that the Brewers have been getting on base and getting hits.Dodgers Offensive Struggles ContinueThe Dodgers' struggles are a collective effort, with no one player seeming to be immune to the issues. Ohtani's situation is particularly concerning, with his struggles being the most glaring. The Dodgers are aware of Ohtani's potential and have faith that he will come through eventually. They believe that he is worth fighting for, but at the same time, they cannot afford to rely solely on him to carry the team.The reality is that the Dodgers' offense has produced almost nothing late in games, and the team's inability to get hits with runners in scoring position has been a major problem. The Dodgers face a challenging task ahead, with 36 of the past 38 teams facing a 2-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series ultimately being eliminated.The Dodgers' loss to the Brewers has left many of its players feeling frustrated and disappointed, with many expressing a sense of urgency to turn things around quickly. Despite the challenges the team is facing, the players remain optimistic and are focused on making a comeback. The Dodgers know that they have the talent and the ability to win, and they are determined to make the necessary adjustments to get back on track.Team Focuses On ComebackThe team will continue to work together, trying to figure out what's best for them. With the series at 2-0, the Brewers have the upper hand, but the Dodgers are not giving up yet. They plan to continue playing Ohtani but will only sit him if they believe he is compromised by the left knee and right bicep injuries.