Shohei Ohtani has been making progress in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, but he will not be ready by Opening Day.
Ohtani, who will only be available as a designated hitter in 2019, has been cleared to begin full strength training.
\"To pinpoint a timetable is unrealistic,\" Billy Eppler said, \"but what is clear is that his progression will not allow him to be active for Opening Day.\"