The Los Angeles Dodgers have their backs against the wall against the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series. The Blue Jays entered Friday leading the series 3-2, playing at home the rest of the way.

The Dodgers’ offense has scuffled in the last couple of games, putting more pressure on the pitching staff. The Dodgers’ bullpen is one of their weaknesses, meaning the team is asking a lot from starters. The Dodgers have Yoshinobu Yamamoto scheduled to pitch in Game 6, and he has been phenomenal this postseason.

The Dodgers are likely expecting another gem from Yamamoto in Game 6, and Tyler Glasnow is scheduled to take the ball in Game 7. With Shohei Ohtani not in line to draw another start, Dave Roberts confirmed that it is not out of the question that he could pitch out of the bullpen.

“I think we’d consider everything. It’s more about doing whatever we can to get to tomorrow and then pick up the pieces and see what’s the best way to attack a potential Game 7,” Roberts said before Game 6 in regard to Ohtani pitching, according to Adrian Medina. “Everything should be on the table and will be.”

Roberts confirmed that the Dodgers will be willing to use Ohtani out of the bullpen if they feel he gives them a chance to win. However, picking his spot will be important. With how the rules are set up, Ohtani must start a game as the pitcher to remain in the game as a designated hitter after he is taken off the mound. If he comes out of the bullpen and is then replaced by another arm, he would need to either play in the field or the Dodgers would lose his bat. However, with “everything” on the table, if Roberts sees a spot where he needs Ohtani, he may be willing to use him and put him in the outfield.

Ohtani has played 8 1/3 innings in the outfield in the big leagues. However, that happened in 2021 when he was with the Los Angeles Angels. He has played 64 games as an outfielder in Japan when has was with the Nippon Ham Fighters. If the Dodgers use him as an opener, he could remain as the DH. The team could also use him as a closer, and not have to deal with losing his bat if he ends the game.

Ohtani was used as a closer in the World Baseball Classic. He can handle the pressure, but it will come down to whether he is the best option at the time.

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