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Does Shohei Ohtani hit when he pitches? Explaining MLB rules for two-way players in the playoffs

Shohei Ohtani is a unicorn. By now, that is clear.

Not only is the Los Angeles Dodgers ' superstar one of the best all-around hitters in the game, a consistent power threat with his sweet lefty swing, but he's also one of the most electric pitchers in baseball when he's healthy. Injuries have prevented Ohtani from heading to the mound in the past, but in 2025, he's set to make his postseason pitching debut.

MLB hadn't seen a player quite even remotely similar to Ohtani in the modern era, until it did. His presence created a need for specific rules regarding two-way players and how they can be utilized. How do the two-way rules apply to Ohtani, and will any of those

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