Dodgers’ Dave Roberts had advice for Shohei Ohtani – stay disciplined


by Orange County Register

Orange County Register— Roberts says he talked with Ohtani about not expanding his strike zone, particularly after his 1-for-19 start to the season with runners in scoring position.

Bleacher Report—Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Gifts Dave Roberts Toy Porsche; Breaks Manager's HR Record. Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani broke a record held by manager Dave Roberts on Saturday, and in return had a gift for him. In Los Angeles' win over the

Los Angeles Times—Shohei Ohtani took down 'Godzilla's' homer record. He's 'coming after' Dave Roberts' Dodgers mark. Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani holds the Major League Baseball record for the most home runs hit by a Japanese-born player. He does not, however, hold that record on his own team. That one still belongs to manager Dave Roberts — at least for the time being. During the third inning of the Dodgers' 10-0 win over the New York Mets on Sunday, Ohtani blasted a shot off pitcher Adrian Houser over the right-field fence for a two-run home run. It was the 176th home run of Ohtani's MLB career and represented...

ESPN—Dodgers' Roberts working with Ohtani on plate discipline. Dave Roberts said he approached Shohei Ohtani about a week ago to discuss how the two-time MVP could better control the strike zone.