Los Angeles Dodgers set postseason roster, Ohtani's role unclear

Major League Baseball’s official site posted two possible Los Angeles Dodgers postseason rosters, one assuming a fully healthy squad and another for an immediate start to the playoffs. Both lists keep the 14‑man position player group and a 12‑man pitching staff, with Shohei Ohtani listed among the four potential starters alongside Yuhei Yamamoto, Tarik Skubal and Blake Snell. Ohtani’s health remains uncertain; the Dodgers plan to resume his throwing this week and may use him as an “opener” or in a “piggy‑back” role if he can handle multiple innings.

The projections also note that catcher Will Smith’s health and the status of other starters such as Tyler Glasnow could affect the final lineup. Korean media highlighted that infielder Kim Hyeson, who is currently in the Dodgers’ Triple‑A system, was omitted from both roster scenarios, prompting criticism that he has been “forgotten” by the organization. The Dodgers’ bullpen composition remains in question, with relievers like Diego Días, Matt Scott and Nick Bicia identified as likely candidates.

Overall, the Dodgers’ postseason picture hinges on Ohtani’s recovery, the health of key pitchers and catchers, and the exclusion of prospects such as Kim Hyeson from the projected rosters.