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Dodgers Make Decision About Shohei Ohtani Starting Game 7 of World Series

Dodgers Make Decision About Shohei Ohtani Starting Game 7 of World Series

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have Shohei Ohtani start as both pitcher and designated hitter in Game 7 of the World Series. Ohtani, who recently helped the Dodgers win a World Series, will pitch likely between two and four innings.

Key Facts

  • The Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani to a 10-year, $700 million contract, the most expensive in sports history at the time.
  • Ohtani won the National League MVP award in his first season with the Dodgers.
  • He helped the Dodgers win a World Series in a non-pandemic season for the first time since 1988.
  • Ohtani will start Game 7 of the World Series as both pitcher and designated hitter.
  • He pitched seven innings in Game 4 of the World Series recently.
  • As a designated two-way player, Ohtani can continue to bat after finishing his pitching role.
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