Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS Game 4: Dodgers Seek to Extend Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers are fighting to save their season in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series (NLCS) against the Milwaukee Brewers. As the game gets underway, both teams have yet to score in the second inning.

First Inning Developments

Tyler Glasnow takes the mound for the Dodgers, retiring the Brewers 1-2-3 in the first inning. Brewers’ Jackson Chourio grounded out to short, with Mookie Betts securing a quick play despite a bounce off third baseman Kike Hernández’s glove. Glasnow then struck out Brice Turang and William Contreras to end the inning.

On the Brewers’ side, starter Shane Drohan struck out Shohei Ohtani. Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman followed with back-to-back walks, but Will Smith grounded into a 6-4-3 double play to end the Dodgers’ offensive effort.

Manager Dave Roberts’ Decisions

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts faces scrutiny for his strategic choices, especially with critical moments not capitalizing on opportunities. In both the third and fifth innings, Tommy Edman batted with Miguel Rojas on first base without advancing the runner via a bunt, leaving behind a potential scoring chance.

Lineup Adjustments

Roberts adjusted the lineup by placing Shohei Ohtani back in the leadoff spot, hoping to shake off the team’s postseason underperformance. Despite dealing with injuries, Ohtani affirmed his ability to play, remaining active in the lineup after reaching base three times in Game 3.

Ohtani’s postseason challenges have raised discussions about his positioning, but Roberts continues to trust in his ability to deliver. The Dodgers, trailing 3-0 in the series, must defy the odds, reminiscent of the 2004 Red Sox comeback narrative where Roberts participated as a player.

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

Challenges Ahead

Despite two-Cy Young winners and other talents not pitching in Game 4, the Dodgers rely on Glasnow in this high-stakes game. As quoted by pitcher Tarik Skubal, the team faces a win-or-go-home scenario, making every inning crucial.

Game 3 Recap

Despite rallying efforts, the Dodgers succumbed to the Brewers in Game 3, losing 6-2 after Blake Snell gave up consecutive home runs in the seventh inning, effectively closing out Dodgers’ hopes for the game.

Viewing Information

Game 4 is scheduled for 5 p.m. PDT at Dodger Stadium, airing on FS1, Fox One, and Fox Deportes. Radio broadcasts are available in the Los Angeles area on 570 AM and 1020 AM (Español). Should the series continue, scheduled games and broadcasts are planned for subsequent days.