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Rivals Frustrated Over Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Exemption Ahead of Postseason

Teams are unhappy the Dodgers gain a roster edge with Shohei Ohtani’s two-way exemption, effectively carrying one extra pitcher. Still, Ohtani’s postseason role looks limited to DH and starter. If used from the bullpen, LA would lose the DH unless he shifted to the outfield, a spot he hasn’t played since 2021, making relief appearances unlikely.