"Just kind of figuring out what his temperature is on starting versus coming out of the pen, and so we're close to a decision," Roberts told reporters.

Shohei Ohtani will start Game 7 of the World Series for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Toronto Blue Jays, showcasing the two-way star on the mound in the sport's biggest game.

"I can't be any prouder of my teammates and all the things we accomplished this year."