Shohei Ohtani stated he could be far from peak fitness for the playoffs, referring to persistent injuries. He said he felt his peak performance during the NLDS, aiming for a power surge. The Dodgers stated Ohtani will hit second in Game 1, with promising talent De Paula and closer Henriquez also being part of the NLDS lineup. Ohtani's injuries are still unexplained, adding complexity to the Dodgers' postseason plan.