Ohtani Benched? Dodgers Contemplate Shock Move

The Milwaukee Brewers hold a 2-0 lead in the NLCS as the series heads to Los Angeles. A significant storyline is the potential benching of Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani due to his offensive struggles. Ohtani is batting a mere .150 in the series with no home runs, and his overall postseason performance has been disappointing. His performance decline began in the second half of the regular season, with his last home run occurring on August 18th. This slump is attributed, in part, to injuries affecting his left knee and right bicep throughout the year, impacting his swing speed and exit velocity. Manager Dave Roberts has indicated a decision is imminent regarding Ohtani's lineup status for Game 3, a move that would mark an unusual turn for the team's star player. If Ohtani is sidelined, Josue De Paula is considered the leading candidate to replace him in the lineup.