star , , will not pitch again this season, manager Joe Maddon told reporters earlier this week. Ohtani will continue to DH, however. The Angels currently list TBA as their starter for Sunday's regular season finale, which is Ohtani's spot. With the team already eliminated from postseason contention, there's no need to push him.Here's what Maddon told reporters, :"There's really nothing left to prove on the mound," Maddon said from Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, before the Angels' Vladislav Namestnikov Jersey 7-2 win over the . "He's exceeded expectations on the mound this year. Anyone who thought he would've Chris Bigras Men Jersey gone 130 innings and put up those kind of numbers -- strikeouts to walks, ERA, everything that he's done -- I think that's sufficient. I really do." Ohtani will finish the season with a 3.18 ERA and 156 strikeouts in 23 starts and 130 1/3 innings as a pitcher. He allowed two runs or fewer in 17 of those 23 starts and finished strong, holding the and to three runs in 15 innings in his last two starts. Ohtani ranks seventh among American League pitchers with 4.1 WAR.The decision to not start Ohtani on Sunday is sensible (there is no upside at all for the Angels) and it could have an impact on the postseason race. The Angels close their season against the Mariners, Chris Kreider Kids Jersey who come into Thursday only a half-game behind the second wild-card spot. If Seattle is still alive Sunday, they won't face Ohtani, and will instead face a le ser pitcher. CBS Sports HQ Newsletter Your Ultimate Guide to Every Day in Sports We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Jaromir Jagr Jersey Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. At the plate, Ohtani owns a .258/.370/.590 batting line with 45 home runs. He's also stolen 26 bases Ryan Strome Jersey and leads the league with seven triples. Ohtani leads all players with 8.9 WAR. He is more than a full win ahead of second place (7.7 WAR) and nearly two wins ahead of (7.2 WAR), who is in second place in the American League. The Angels are 75-83 with four games remaining. They have not finished with a winning record since 2015 or qualified for the postseason since 2014. .