He went 1 for 4 with two strikeouts and a walk while batting second as the designated hitter against the San Diego Padres.

Shohei Ohtani will bat second against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday night.

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Shohei Ohtani on Wednesday, sending their top prospect back down. However, the decision was tactical and could pay major dividends for the postseason.

The Dodgers star went 1-for-4 with a walk and two strikeouts.

De Paula is reportedly still in the mix for a postseason roster spot.

Shohei Ohtani is expected to be back in the Dodgers lineup on Wednesday, Sept 23 and have five regular-season games to get ready for the playoffs.

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