Ohtani has elbow surgery; doctor expects hitting return by opening day '24 and pitching by '25.

[ 19/09/2023 22:52 ] Read on japantoday.com

Report Overview: The article contains some manipulations such as sensationalism, omission of key information, and biased language. However, the majority of the content is objective and provides relevant information about Shohei Ohtani's elbow surgery and his expected return as a hitter and pitcher. The score of 80 indicates that 80% of the statements in the article are objective.

Sides Objectivity Scores

Shohei Ohtani (90)

Los Angeles Angels (70)

Los Angeles Dodgers (70)

Dr. Neal ElAttrache (80)

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Shohei Ohtani

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Detected Manipulations & Suggested Changes

Sensationalism

The article uses sensational language to emphasize the significance of the surgery and Ohtani's expected return.

Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani had elbow surgery Tuesday, and his doctor said he expects the two-way star will be available as a hitter on opening day next season and will return to the mound as a pitcher in 2025.

Remove sensational language and provide a more neutral description of the surgery and Ohtani's expected return.

Omission of key information

The article does not provide specific details about the type of surgery Ohtani underwent.

Neither Ohtani or the team provided specifics on this surgery.

Include specific details about the type of surgery Ohtani underwent to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the procedure.

Biased language

The article uses biased language to describe Ohtani's performance and potential contract.

Before the elbow injury, there was speculation he would get a record contract of $500 million or more.

Use neutral language to describe Ohtani's performance and potential contract to avoid bias.

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