A top baseball executive’s recent remarks have reignited speculation about the future of a star player’s dual role, raising concerns over whether the physical demands of competing as both a pitcher and position player are sustainable long-term. The comments, made during a media session, suggest growing doubts about the feasibility of maintaining such a grueling schedule, particularly as the athlete enters his mid-30s. With no signs of slowing down, the discussion underscores broader questions about workload management in professional sports. The full context of the executive’s concerns could reshape expectations for next season.
Shohei Ohtani couldn’t make it through an entire season as a two-way player as a 32-year-old. Chances are, he won’t be able to do it next season as a 33-year-old. Which is why Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman’s responses to a couple of questions he fielded on Wednesday were particularly alarming. In retrospect,...
