All articles tagged with #shohei ohtani
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo Sports
MLB granted Shohei Ohtani a warmup clock loophole between innings during Game 7, allowing him extra warmup time despite the usual countdown, raising questions about fairness and rules enforcement.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
The Dodgers and Blue Jays are set for a decisive Game 7 of the World Series, with Shohei Ohtani starting for the Dodgers. The game is at Rogers Centre, with the Dodgers aiming for back-to-back titles, and the Blue Jays seeking their first since 1993. The series has garnered international viewership, especially in Japan and Canada.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo Sports
The MLB's 'Shohei Ohtani rule' allows Ohtani to remain as a DH after pitching, giving an unfair advantage only to the Dodgers, notably disadvantaging the Blue Jays in the World Series.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
Shohei Ohtani is expected to start for the Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series against the Blue Jays, likely pitching two to three innings to preserve his batting spot, with the Dodgers having strong bullpen options for the remainder of the game.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by New York Post
The Dodgers are considering starting Shohei Ohtani as an opener in Game 7 of the World Series, which would depend on winning Game 6, with a potential matchup against Max Scherzer if the series goes to a seventh game.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts announced that Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in Game 6 of the World Series but will be available if a Game 7 occurs, as the Dodgers face elimination against the Blue Jays, with key pitchers like Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow set to start.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Sportico.com
The article argues that MLB should abolish the intentional walk, citing its lack of fairness and entertainment value, especially highlighted during Shohei Ohtani's recent World Series at-bats, where strategic walks overshadowed the game itself.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is considering using Shohei Ohtani as an opener or outfielder in Game 7 of the World Series, depending on the game's situation, as Ohtani has not pitched in relief during his MLB career but has experience in Japan. Roberts plans to discuss options with Ohtani and is exploring various strategies to maximize his impact in the potential decisive game.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by New York Post
Shohei Ohtani delivered a historic performance in Game 3 of the World Series, reaching base nine times, but required IV treatment early the next morning due to exhaustion and injury, highlighting his intense effort and physical toll.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Shohei Ohtani, despite a rare off night in the World Series, continues to defy baseball logic with his exceptional talent and routines, highlighting the challenges and uniqueness of his two-way playing style, and cementing his status as a once-in-a-lifetime athlete.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Shane Bieber, returning from Tommy John surgery, outpitched and struck out Shohei Ohtani in his World Series debut, helping the Toronto Blue Jays tie the series at two games apiece with a 6-2 win over the Dodgers.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
The Toronto Blue Jays evened the World Series at 2-2 with a 6-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4, highlighted by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home run and strong pitching from Shane Bieber, taking control of the series and securing homefield advantage for the next game.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Athlon Sports
Shohei Ohtani, after a strong pitching performance in Game 4 of the World Series, announced he will prepare to pitch out of the bullpen for the remaining games, marking a potential new role in his MLB career, as the Dodgers face a critical series against the Blue Jays.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS Sports
The Blue Jays tied the World Series 2-2 with a 6-2 win over the Dodgers in Game 4, highlighted by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home run and strong pitching from Shane Bieber, setting up an exciting best-of-three series with Game 5 at Dodger Stadium.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by New York Post
Shohei Ohtani has delivered two of the greatest consecutive games in MLB history, showcasing unprecedented all-around talent by excelling both as a hitter and pitcher, making him arguably the greatest player since Babe Ruth, with no true comparable in modern baseball.