Rockies 1-2 Dodgers (29th, Denver) Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (30) played as “No. 1/DH” and had 1 hit and 1 stolen base in 4 at-bats. Manager Dave Roberts (52) praised Ohtani for exceeding his expectations, playing in a career-high 159 games in his first year with the team and securing the home run and RBI titles.

–Does Otani make adjustments to live BP etc.?

“It hasn’t been decided yet. The training staff and others will listen to Otani and decide.”

ーーThere were great expectations for Otani this year.

“I think it was a lot of pressure. But he didn’t skimp on his preparation and was focused every day.”

–Exceeded expectations

“That’s right. He has completely surpassed it. At the beginning of the season, he sometimes dabbled with the ball. But in the second half, that stopped, and that’s how much he showed his growth. His stolen bases were also amazing.”

–I put up the home steal sign.

“No, that’s not true (lol). But I think Otani has only missed two games this year. Other players have had to leave due to injuries. In that sense, Shohei has been amazing this season.”