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

Shohei Ohtani could start Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday, according to Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers managed to survive a dramatic ninth inning to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 in Game 6, setting up a decisive final game.

Pitching Decisions Ahead of Game 7

Roberts confirmed that all players will be available for the winner-take-all game, with the only certainty being that Yoshinobu Yamamoto will not pitch. Tyler Glasnow may pitch on consecutive days, adding to the strategic uncertainty surrounding the Dodgers' pitching plan.

Role of Shohei Ohtani in Game 7

Ohtani’s involvement remains flexible, with Roberts open to various options. He might pitch as an opener, take on a traditional starting role, or even participate as an outfielder. Roberts commented on Thursday, and reiterated after Game 6:

“I think right now, there’s no wrong answer. 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.”

Opposing Team’s Expected Starter

The Blue Jays are expected to start three-time Cy Young Award winner and former Dodger Max Scherzer in Game 7.

Summary

The Dodgers’ pitching strategy for the critical Game 7 remains flexible, with Shohei Ohtani expected to play a key role in multiple potential capacities as the team prepares to face Max Scherzer and the Blue Jays.

Author’s summary: Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is keeping Shohei Ohtani’s role fluid for World Series Game 7, highlighting Ohtani’s versatility as the team faces a decisive matchup against Max Scherzer.

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WKMG WKMG — 2025-11-01

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