The Los Angeles Dodgers aim to turn their fortunes around in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The game, held at Dodger Stadium, remains scoreless in the second inning. Tyler Glasnow is on the mound for the Dodgers as they strive to save their season.
Game Progress
In the first inning, Tyler Glasnow efficiently retired the Brewers’ lineup in order. Jackson Chourio grounded out, with a play by Mookie Betts, and Glasnow struck out both Brice Turang and William Contreras. For the Brewers, Shane Drohan also performed well by striking out Shohei Ohtani. Although Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman walked consecutively, a double play ended the Dodgers’ hopes of scoring.
Managerial Decisions
“You don’t want to hear from me. You want to hear from Dave Roberts, the Dodgers’ manager.”
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has faced criticism for certain choices in the games leading up to this one. He did not utilize Tommy Edman to bunt in critical situations during both the third and fifth innings of Game 3. These decisions backfired as the Dodgers trailed and struggled to score.
Ohtani’s Role
Shohei Ohtani returns to the leadoff position in Game 4. Despite dealing with knee and biceps injuries, Ohtani insisted on playing. His determination saw him reach base multiple times in Game 3, but his struggles have put additional pressure on the Dodgers.
To turn the series around, the Dodgers must secure four consecutive victories, a feat only achieved once before by the 2004 Red Sox. Roberts acknowledges the challenge but emphasizes the importance of team belief.
Game 4 Lineup
- Shohei Ohtani – DH
- Mookie Betts – SS
- Freddie Freeman – 1B
- Will Smith – C
- Kyle Tucker – RF
- Teoscar Hernández – LF
- Miguel Rojas – 2B
- Andy Pages – CF
- Kiké Hernández – 3B
Looking Back at Game 3
In Game 3, the Dodgers’ initial momentum was neutralized by consecutive homers from the Brewers in the seventh inning. Despite a promising sixth inning rally, their hopes were dashed in a 6-2 loss.
Broadcast Information
The decisive Game 4 will be broadcast on FS1, Fox One, and Fox Deportes. Local radio coverage will be available on 570 AM and 1020 AM (Spanish). Additionally, future games, if necessary, will be broadcast with specific scheduling.