Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers won a close game against the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Division Series, 4-3. The Dodgers' manager, Dave Roberts, decided to use pitcher Blake Treinen instead of Roki Sasaki for the final inning, which nearly cost them the game. However, Alex Vesia and Sasaki ultimately secured the win.
Key Facts
- The Dodgers won Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Phillies with a 4-3 score.
- Starting pitcher Blake Snell pitched six innings without allowing any runs.
- The team's bullpen, including Treinen, nearly allowed the Phillies to tie the game in the ninth inning.
- Roki Sasaki, noted for his strong relief performances, did not start the ninth inning but got the final out.
- Manager Dave Roberts chose to use Treinen despite his high earned run average (ERA) in September.
- Alex Vesia got the first two outs in the ninth inning before Sasaki got the final out.
- Sasaki’s save was his second in postseason play.
- The Dodgers lead the series and aim to advance to the NLCS.
