Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Shohei Ohtani a possibility to start Game 7 of World Series

Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Considers Shohei Ohtani for World Series Game 7 Start

Shohei Ohtani may start Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed all players except Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be available for the deciding game. The Dodgers secured a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 6 after a tense ninth inning, forcing a winner-take-all matchup.

Pitching Plans for Game 7

Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner and former Dodger, is expected to start for the Blue Jays. Los Angeles’ pitching strategy remains uncertain but will include Ohtani in some role.

“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.”

Versatility in Usage

Roberts mentioned he might use Ohtani as a starting pitcher, an opener, or even as an outfielder in Game 7, emphasizing the flexible role Ohtani could play for the Dodgers.

Additional Notes

Summary: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is weighing various options for Shohei Ohtani in the World Series Game 7, highlighting the player’s versatility and importance to the team’s pitching strategy.

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WKMG WKMG — 2025-11-01

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