Los Angeles two-way star Shohai Otani was selected as the starting National League designated batter for the All-Star Game held in Atlanta this summer. Otani was a major voter in the NL.
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Dave Roberts will play a role in Midsummer Classic as he is set to become manager of the NL team.
The skipper was asked if Otani would become a two-way player in the All-Star Game, and Roberts replied “No.”
Otani won’t pitch, but Roberts confirmed that Otani will become the lead hitter for the NL.
The are extremely cautious and cautious to delay Otani’s return to the mound, and it’s clear that the All-Star Game will not interrupt a meticulous routine.
Otani has made two starts this season with the . Both lasted only once. He made his third start of the season against the Kansas City Royals on Saturday.
He has primarily been the opener, but Roberts explained that there may never be a time when Otani was fully built in 2025.
“I think we’re always cautious,” Roberts said. “So, I don’t even know what it looks like, “It’s completely built up.” It’s not a regular pitcher, so everyone knows what it looks like.
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