Dave Roberts defends Ohtani two-way rule amid Craig Counsell’s ‘bizarre’ complaint
By Jack Harris
Published on April 21, 2026.
The Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs are set to play in a three-game series starting on Friday. Cubs manager Craig Counsell criticized the Dodgers' two-way rule, which allows Shohei Ohtani to not count against the 13-pitcher maximum due to his unique status. Despite this, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts defended the rule, stating that any team with an exceptional player would have such a player. The Dodgers have been able to field a six-man starting rotation this season and eight relievers in the bullpen.
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