Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani sends clear message on two-way role and offensive struggles

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Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani spoke candidly about his two-way role and his struggles offensively.

After tossing seven scoreless innings in the Dodgers Wedesday night win over the San Francisco Giants, Ohtani did not hold back on his offensive struggles.

When speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Ohtani said his offense is coming around despite taking another scheduled day off on Thursday.

"I talked to the team and I'm good with it," Ohtani said through an interpreter about his time off. "My last at-bat as a hitter yesterday was really good, so I want to continue that momentum whenever I get to hit again."

Prior to Ohtani's offensive performance on Tuesday, he had been mediocre at best; however, he may have found his groove after going 2-for-4 with a home run.

It's been a struggle for Ohtani on the offensive end; however, the 31-year-old made it clear that it is not due to an injury or any other underlying issues.