After another great year and an even better playoff run, the Los Angeles Dodgers are heading back to the World Series to face either the Seattle Mariners or Toronto Blue Jays.
The NLCS was smooth sailing for the Dodgers, as they sent the no.1 seed Milwaukee Brewers home in just four games.
Games 3 and 4 at home were once again all about the two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani. His leadoff triple in game three helped put the team on top early, as he was driven in by Mookie Betts just minutes later.
The game itself turned into a pitchers duel, as there were some strong performances by Tyler Glasnow and Jacob Misiorowski, as well as both teams’ bullpens. Roki Sasaki came in to close once again, finalizing the 3-1 victory for Los Angeles.
Ohtani’s performance in Game 4 showcased what may be the best individual performance by a player in the sport’s history. Ohtani struck out ten batters through six scoreless innings while putting up three solo home runs at the plate. This sort of two-way talent is something that is one of a kind, supporting Ohtani’s case as the best to ever do it.
The Dodgers bullpen and a steady offense led them to a 5-1 victory, advancing them to the 2025 World Series which will begin next week.
If LA’s pitching can continue their recent dominance, the team will have no issue being a powerful force against their American League opponent in the Fall Classic. The Mariners currently lead the ALCS 3-2, and the winner of this series will take on Shohei Ohtani and the Boys in Blue.