Shohei Ohtani was overwhelmed by the Rockies, sparking rumors about a potential switch to a closer role? Head coach Roberts admits: it’s under consideration.

MLB’s Los Angeles Dodgers’ star two-way player Shohei Ohtani struggled in yesterday’s game against the Rockies, taking the loss. Discussions have begun about whether Ohtani will continue as a starting pitcher, with speculation that he might be moved to a closer position. Head coach Dave Roberts has acknowledged this possibility.

The two-way star Ohtani pitched 4 innings against the league’s bottom-ranked Rockies, allowing 9 hits—tying his career high—and giving up 5 runs, the most he’s allowed in a single game this season. Including his previous outing against the Angels where he gave up 4 runs in 4.1 innings, he has allowed 9 runs in his last two starts, prompting talks about whether he should change roles.

When asked by reporters about the possibility of Ohtani moving to a closer role, Roberts responded: “Given today’s situation, that discussion is indeed one of the options we are exploring. It still depends on the condition of our starting pitching staff and Ohtani’s physical health. The roles and workload of a starter and a closer are completely different. At this point, the idea hasn’t developed into anything concrete.”