Shohei Ohtani's recent surgeries lead to a discussion about transitioning him from a starter to a reliever to help preserve his arm. However, as a two-way player, the Los Angeles Dodgers face difficulties in balancing his batting and pitching duties within games, especially in critical situations like the ninth inning. Insider Jeff Fletcher highlights the impracticalities, citing Ohtani's ability to close a championship game in the World Baseball Classic as a rare exception rather than a sustainable solution.
The workload is erratic when you're a reliever, and it's challenging to manage both batting and pitching during a game.
Ohtani’s championship closing performance at the WBC was unique, aided by a replay review that allowed him time to warm up.
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