Shohei Ohtani the pitcher, the Dodgers learned, isn't as playful as Ohtani the hitter. He snarls. He barks. He's emotional, even downright combative at times.

Shoehi Ohtani’s debut wasn’t perfect, but it also could have gone a lot worse. After not pitching in nearly two years, the Japanese right-hander clearly showed signs of rust and lack of command in his first big league action of the season.

Shohei Ohtani makes his grand return to the pitching mound on Monday night, as the Los Angeles Dodgers open a four game-series with the San Diego Padres.