Dodgers Manager Considers Shohei Ohtani for World Series Game 7 Start
Shohei Ohtani may start Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday, according to Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers forced a decisive game by defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 in Game 6, surviving a tense ninth inning.
Pitching Uncertainties and Options
Roberts confirmed all players except Yoshinobu Yamamoto would be available for the final game. While the Blue Jays are expected to start three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer, the Dodgers' pitching lineup remains flexible, with Ohtani playing a key role.
“Everyone will be available,” Roberts said.
Roberts mentioned multiple possibilities for Ohtani's role in Game 7, including starting as a pitcher, opening the game, or even playing as an outfielder.
“I think right now, there’s no wrong answer,” Roberts said. “He’s certainly going to be a part of the pitching plan. With Shohei it could be two innings, but it could be four innings. So I’m not sure where we’re going to slot him. We’re going to have to talk to him first on where he feels most comfortable.”
Other Pitching Considerations
- Tyler Glasnow might pitch on consecutive days.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto will not pitch in Game 7.
Game 6 Highlights
During Game 6, Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani and Will Smith were seen communicating in the eighth inning, displaying teamwork on the way to victory.
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Author’s summary: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is open to multiple roles for Shohei Ohtani in Game 7, highlighting Ohtani’s versatility and the team's flexible pitching strategy.