Debate over Dodgers' usage of Shohei Ohtani to rage on
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Shohei Ohtani pitched seven scoreless innings in the Dodgers' 4-0 win over the Giants, ending the team's four-game losing streak, but was left out of the offensive lineup for the fourth time in five starts.
- Despite his strong pitching performance, Ohtani denied that his pitching workload affected his hitting, attributing his recent offensive struggles to a "lack of ability."
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts explained that limiting Ohtani's hitting duties helps manage his physical condition and allows him to pitch deeper into games, as evidenced by Ohtani throwing 105 pitches in this outing.
- Ohtani expressed determination to improve at the plate, acknowledging the challenge of maintaining improvements and emphasizing the importance of rest and adjustment to regain his offensive form.
- The ongoing debate about how best to utilize Ohtani as a two-way player continues, with his future role likely hinging on his ability to produce consistently both as a pitcher and hitter.