Mookie Betts to Return as Shortstop, Bat Second for Dodgers

Betts' return reconfigures Dodgers' lineup with Ohtani leading off and Freeman batting third.

Betts will play shortstop, a position he moved to in March, and bat second in the order.
Ohtani has excelled as the leadoff hitter, prompting the lineup change.
Freeman will bat third, separating the two left-handed hitters.
Betts has been out since June 16 due to a fractured left hand.
The Dodgers aim to optimize their lineup for better performance against left-handed relievers.