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Dodgers Manager Makes Blunt Admission About Shohei Ohtani Amid Struggles

Dodgers Manager Makes Blunt Admission About Shohei Ohtani Amid Struggles

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers' player Shohei Ohtani is experiencing a tough time in the postseason, with limited success in recent games. Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts acknowledges Ohtani's struggles but emphasizes his importance to the team. Roberts believes Ohtani's presence and contributions, beyond just hits, are crucial for the team's success.

Key Facts

  • Shohei Ohtani is a player for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • Ohtani had hit well in the Wild Card series but has struggled since, with only two hits over two series.
  • In the National League Division Series, Ohtani went 1-for-18.
  • In two games of the NL Championship Series, he went 1-for-7.
  • Ohtani has had 12 strikeouts and no extra-base hits in the last two series.
  • Despite struggles, manager Dave Roberts still values Ohtani’s presence and contributions.
  • Ohtani walked three times in Game 1 and had a key hit in Game 2 of the NLCS.
  • Roberts stated that Ohtani's contributions, like getting walks, help create scoring opportunities for the team.
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