The Los Angeles Dodgers blanked the Philadelphia Phillies, 5-0, on Wednesday thanks to southpaw Blake Snell tossing a season-high 12 strikeouts (which he serendipitously did during a Sept. 17 start last season, as well), and home runs from Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani. LA improved to 85-67 on the year.
In other news, Ohtani made even more history on Tuesday night, joining elite company. Many remember the historic 50-home run/ 50-stolen base club the three-time MVP created last season, but Ohtani did something just as impressive with his 50th long ball of this year.
Additionally, to further the greatness of Ohtani, he recently touched on the idea of playing in the outfield for the Dodgers in the postseason. He only played out there seven times as member of the Los Angeles Angels, but has a little more experience back in Nippon Professional Baseball.
Finally, there is an unfortunate update on All-Star catcher Will Smith. The backstop was recently placed on the injured list, and with October right around the corner, the hope is that he can get healthy as soon as possible.
Here’s all the latest Dodgers news and stories (click the headline for the full article):
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Joins Elite MLB Company With Latest Home Run Feat
Shohei Ohtani Open to Playing Outfield for Dodgers in Postseason
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Provides Will Smith Injury Update as Postseason Nears
Will Brock Stewart Factor Into Dodgers’ Postseason Plan? Dave Roberts Discusses
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Firmly Stands Behind Decision to Remove Shohei Ohtani From No-Hitter
Andrew Friedman Leaves Door Open for Shohei Ohtani Pitching in Relief for Dodgers Postseason
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Removes Shohei Ohtani From No-Hitter vs Phillies After 5 Innings
Dodgers Lineup vs Phillies: Max Muncy and Michael Conforto Out Again
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My final thought on Dave Roberts as a manager.
Perhaps it is time to have a WAR for managers? Unfortunately, I believe Dave Roberts would rank at the bottom if such a measurement exists.