Ottoneu Starting Pitching Planner: April 7–13

After a dramatic 18-inning World Series loss, the Toronto Blue Jays tied their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at 2-2, thanks to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s historic seventh postseason home run, which set the record for the most playoff homers by a Blue Jay. The article also features a quiz inviting readers to name players who lead each MLB franchise in playoff home runs. Want More Context? 🔎

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is contemplating changes to his lineup as outfielder Andy Pages struggles in the postseason, hitting just .080 with no walks. Following a poor performance in Game 4 against the Toronto Blue Jays, Roberts hinted at benching Pages in favor of players like Enrique Hernandez or Alex Call to maximize offensive production. Want More Context? 🔎

Shohei Ohtani, after a loss in his first World Series start for the Los Angeles Dodgers, expressed his willingness to pitch out of the bullpen in the series' final games, despite never having done so in the majors. This could complicate lineup decisions for manager Dave Roberts due to the "Ohtani Rule," which would require adjusting Ohtani's position if he pitches in relief. Want More Context? 🔎