Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Francisco Giants - April 04, 2024

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Freddie Freeman gives the Dodgers the lead!

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SF Giants Player Review 2026: Ryan Borucki was an important lesson for Tony VitelloThe SF Giants took a chance on left-handed reliever Ryan Borucki. It did not work out, but maybe manager Tony Vitello learned from the experience.

Dodgers Score on Brewers' Error 😮

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The @Dodgers take the lead in the 3rd inning!

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New details from Tarik Skubal trade talks reveal the line Braves wouldn't cross to beat DodgersOnce the Detroit Tigers officially opened up the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes this season, it became a free-for-all for any team vying for postseason contention to

Teo Sac Fly for Lead 💪

B/R Walk-Off

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The Dodgers take an early lead in Game 2 💪 (via @MLB)

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Teoscar Hernández moves up in the order for Game 2Will Smith’s continued struggles in the postseason move him down in the order, while Tommy Edman replaces Kiké Hernández in the ninth spot

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Dodgers at Brewers NLCS Game 2 chatDodgers take on the Brewers in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series at American Family Field in Milwaukee.

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Failure to launchToday’s mission is simple: Give Yoshinobu Yamamoto run support and go back to Los Angeles tied at one game apiece.

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Trading Logan Webb only makes sense if SF Giants plan to tear it down (which they don't)While trading Logan Webb would make sense if the SF Giants planned to rebuild, it is pretty clear they are not intent upon tearing it all down.

All 4 Teams Chasing History 🏆

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Whoever comes out on top, baseball fans are in for a historic finish 👀

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Dodgers look to even NLCSYoshinobu Yamamoto takes the mound to try to even the series with the Brewers

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Skubal Reacts to Turang HR 🤝Tarik gives props to Brewers 2B after clutch swing

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Brewers are giving SF Giants a blueprint on how to thwart the Dodgers in NLCSThe SF Giants were not even close to the playoffs this year, but the Brewers are showing what it could take to beat the mighty Dodgers over a full season.

Dodgers' Game 2 Lineup 📋

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Today's #NLCS Game 2 Dodgers lineup at Brewers:

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Tarik Skubal didn't quite give Dodgers the edge they paid for in Game 1 vs. BrewersIn Game 1 of the NLCS, Tarik Skubal wasn't the outlier for the Los Angeles Dodgers that he was expected to be.

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Positives to take amidst a lack of power in Game 1For a team that scored just one run, the Dodgers had more positives than you’d expect to take away from Game 1 of the NLCS against the Brewers

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Build a World Series Champ 🎮Tap to play. Share your record in the comments ⬇️

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One offseason need highlights that the SF Giants front office does not plan to rebuild or retoolAfter a disastrous 65-win season, the SF Giants will hope for better results in 2027. Their plan to upgrade the bullpen could be a sign that this front office d

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Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Matt Chapman could be one of the better hitters on the move ➡️

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MLB Playoffs Winners and Losers ⚾Analyzing the success behind the Dodgers' stellar rotation 📲

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Dodgers’ Alex Vesia balk controversy added chip on Brewers’ shoulder ahead of Game 2A weird balk call and a maybe-too-perfect pick-off move from Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia could give the Brewers a chip on their shoulder ahead of Game 2.

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Dodgers NLCS notes: Josue De Paula, Tarik Skubal, Brewers leftiesDodgers NLCS notes including Josue De Paula impressing as a pinch-hitter, Tarik Skubal ruing a leadoff walk, & how Brewers lefty pitchers might swing the series.

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Dodgers turning Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski fears into a trend provided a subtle victoryThe Los Angeles Dodgers made Jacob Misiorowski look mortal in Game 1. It wasn't enough, but it might be next time.

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SF Giants AFL notes: Dakota Jordan's speedy home run, Drake George's returThe baseball season is over for the SF Giants, but a few minor leaguers continue to play. The Arizona Fall League (AFL) is underway, where the Scottsdale Scorpi

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Who are Giants fans rooting for in NLCS Game 2 and ALCS Games 1-2?The 2026 MLB Playoffs continue Monday and Tuesday. Who are Giants fans rooting for? (Aside from the Brewers)

In a battle of little things, Brewers did the big thing to beat Dodgers in NLCS Game 1Jacob Misiorowski couldn’t finish 5 innings, Tarik Skubal was done after 5. Brice Turang hit the only home run of NLCS Game 1, helping Brewers beat Dodgers 2-1.

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Brewers Beat Dodgers in Game 1 🔥Miz and Milwaukee bullpen go to work. Highlights and updated bracket 📲

Turang Takes Skubal Yard 😯

Brewers tie it up with Dodgers in the 4th

Dodgers Strike First ⚡️

B/R Walk-Off

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Andy Pages delivers for the first run of the NLCS 👀 Dodgers up in the 2nd inning of Game 1 🍿 (via @MLB)

Dodgers at Brewers NLCS Game 1 chatDodgers take on the Brewers in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Sunday night in Milwaukee.

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White Sox just crushed a Dodgers Division Series record nobody wanted any part ofWhile the Los Angeles Dodgers have been awaiting the start of the NLCS matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers, they've been able to get a glimpse of the competit

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Spencer Bivens lost his role and found a new homeSpencer Bivens spent most of 2026 in Triple-A, made just four SF Giants appearances and joined the Royals after losing his roster spot in September.

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Umpires for NLCS and ALCS 📝Crews revealed for both championship series 📲

Brewers NLCS Game 1 Lineup

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Let's get after it 📺: FOX 📻: WTMJ #WinOurWay

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ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

Dodgers NLCS Game 1 Lineup 🔵

Tonight's #NLCS Game 1 Dodgers lineup at Brewers:

The greatest pitching matchup of the 2026 postseasonOne season ago, the Dodgers and Brewers played in an NLCS dominated by elite pitching; Game 1 this year has Tarik Skubal vs. Jacob Misiorowski in battle of aces.

Jamey Wright is only one who played for MLB’s final four, fittinglyJamey Wright is the only person to play for Dodgers, Brewers, Rays, Guardians, MLB’s 2026 final four. He was also prescient about manager Dave Roberts in 2016.

SF Giants will focus on pitching, but these 3 free agent outfielders also make senseThe SF Giants seem likely to spend most of their money on pitching this offseason, but these free agent outfielders could be possible targets.

Dodgers NLCS roster: Justin Wrobleski added as 13th pitcherDodgers roster for the National League Championship Series includes 13 pitchers, with Justin Wrobleski added after the Division Series. Hyeseong Kim dropped.

Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS umpires led by Mark WegnerThe seven umpires who will work the Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS, including crew chief Mark Wegner and Edwin Moscoso, who will be behind the plate for Game 1

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Wild Dodgers Payroll Stat 😵LA spending more than every postseason team left combined 📲

Did any SF Giants infielder earn a utility role for 2027?By the end of the year, the SF Giants were auditioning infielders for a role on next year’s roster. Did any of them succeed in that? Osleivis Basabe, Shay Whitc

Looking back at the Dodgers’ first NLCSLooking back at the first NLCS the Dodgers played in — 1974 against the Pittsburgh Pirates — plus notes on the television coverage on NBC nationally & KTTV in LA

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Pat Murphy seems chastened ahead of Dodgers-Brewers rematch after mortifying sweep in 2025Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy is taking a softer approach to this year's NLCS matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Who are Giants fans rooting for in NLCS Game 1?The NLCS begins today. I think it’s obvious who Giants fans are rooting for, but let’s ask just in case!

Matt Chapman's oddly strong defensive season for the SF Giants in 2026Matt Chapman played his final game of the year for the SF Giants at the end of June. Despite this, he still ranked as one of the best defensive third baseman at

NLCS notes: Tarik Skubal, Shohei Ohtani, Max MuncyTarik Skubal faces Jacob Misiorowski in what could be one of the most historic postseason pitching matchups in baseball history.

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MLB’s latest CBA shakeup would all but guarantee Dodgers' annual NLCS presenceIf MLB truly wants the Dodgers to be part of the National League Championship Series every year, their latest proposal is a surefire way to make that happen.

Rojas Expected on NLCS Roster

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Dave Roberts says he expects Miguel Rojas (back) to be on the #Dodgers NLCS roster.

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Victor Bericoto showed he has pop, but can he get on base?SF Giants Player Review 2026: Victor Bericoto showed he has pop, but can he get on base?

Dodgers hopeful Miguel Rojas will be ready for NLCS rosterDodgers veteran infielder Miguel Rojas suffered back/hip injury in Game 3 of NLDS. His status for NLCS roster remains in question ahead of Game 1 on Sunday.

SF Giants trading Casey Schmitt this offseason would dredge up Adam Duvall memoriesCasey Schmitt is one of the better trade chips the SF Giants have, but the Adam Duvall trade shows trading away a young slugger can be a bad decision.

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Dodgers keeping Emmet Sheehan, Kyle Hurt on taxi warns of possible NLCS shakeupEmmet Sheehan and Kyle Hurt could be part of the Los Angeles Dodgers NLCS roster. But how would the rest of the roster shake out?

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Latest World Series Odds 🎲Fan and expert predictions ahead of Guardians-White Sox Game 5 📲

Déjà vu all over again in Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS rematchThe Dodgers and Brewers were the two best teams in baseball this season, and now they meet for a spot in the World Series for the second straight year

Who was the unluckiest SF Giants hitter of 2026?Grant McCray did not hit much for the SF Giants in 2026, but luck was also not on his side. By several metrics, he was the unluckiest hitter on the club among p

Arizona Fall League: Eduardo Quintero impresses, Charles Davalan at second baseDodgers in Arizona Fall League update: Eduardo Quintero impresses so far, Charles Davalan adds second base to tool box, plus pitching prospect roundup.

Lefty earns SF Giants Pitching Prospect of the Year for the second straight yearOn Thursday, MLB Pipeline handed out its pitching and hitting prospects of the year for each organization. For Jacob Bresnahan, it was a return to familiar terr

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3 Brewers X-factors Dodgers are definitely focused on scouting as series beginsLet's explore three Milwaukee Brewers strengths or weaknesses the Los Angeles Dodgers are definitely looking out for ahead of their NLCS rematch.

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Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

Dodgers notes: NLCS history with Brewers, playoff scoring down this yearMorning notes on Dodgers playoff history with Brewers in the last decade, how scoring is very difficult this postseason, plus lates MLB labor proposal to players

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Who are Giants fans rooting for in ALDS Game 5?The American League Division Series concludes tonight, one way or another. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

SF Giants' Top 5 Moments of 2026, No. 1: Mike Krukow's emotional farewellThe best moment for the SF Giants in 2026 was also the most emotional as Mike Krukow decided to retire after a long and legendary career in the broadcast booth.

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Tarik Skubal starts for Dodgers in NLCS Game 1, Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Game 2Dodgers will start Tarik Skubal in Game 1 of the NLCS against the Brewers, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Game 2.

Dodgers' NLCS Road Starters ⛽

Tarik Skubal for Game 1 of the NLCS.

Heliot Ramos may be on the move again after Yankees playoff benching post-Giants tradeFormer SF Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos was traded to the New York Yankees in August, but he may be on the move yet again.

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Former SF Giants hit, give up home runs in crucial ALDS Game 4Patty Barrels goes deep for Guardians in Game 4 win, while ex-Giant Jordan Hicks serves up gopher ball

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Ditching Kevin Gausman: The Final AnalysisThe Giants’ made a decision with long-term consequences. Did the positive ones outweigh the negative ones?

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Takeaways from Dodgers vs. Brewers regular season gamesBefore the Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS, let’s look back at their seven regular season matchups in 2026, of which Milwaukee won four.

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Tristan Beck struggled to sustain a regular bullpen roleTristan Beck posted a 5.21 ERA in 14 games for the SF Giants in 2026. A strong September capped an uneven season that left his future on the roster uncertain.

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Waiting for GallantThe Dodgers exorcised any comparisons to 2022 and avenged their 2021 LCS defeat as they next head to Milwaukee.

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The 10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the Dodgers' most unexpected postseason triumph ➡️

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Dodgers vs Brewers NLCS: Full watch times, schedule for the best-of-seven rematchHow to watch the Los Angeles Dodgers versus the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS with start times and broadcast information.

SF Giants still justified for Patrick Bailey trade despite Guardians playoff heroicsPatrick Bailey had a huge game for the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday night, but the SF Giants are still justified in trading him away.

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New FA Rumors and PredictionsLanding spots for buzzing players 📲

Can Victor Bericoto settle into a platoon role for the SF Giants in 2027?If Jung Hoo Lee and Drew Gilbert are part of the outfield mix for the SF Giants next season, they are going to need help from the right side. Could Victor Beric

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Remembering Dodgers GM Fred Claire's brilliant moves that built 1988 World Series rosterFred Claire, the Los Angeles Dodgers GM who died at 91, turned a 73-89 club into the 1988 World Series champions.

Why the SF Giants should consider another position change for Jung Hoo LeeThe SF Giants moved Jung Hoo Lee off of center field last offseason. The results were not much better in right field in 2026, and there is more than one reason

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Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw the Dodgers needs to address in 2027 📲

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How are Giants fans feeling about the playoffs so far?Since there is a break in the action today, let’s check in to see how Giants fans are feeling about the playoffs so far.

MLB sets start times for National League Championship SeriesSchedule and start times for the 2026 National League Championship Series and American League Championship Series.

Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

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Dave Roberts, Dodgers twist knife by letting Padres owner's quote fuel their NLDS celebrationLos Angeles Dodgers used San Diego Padres owner José E. Feliciano's dig as a rallying cry after moving on to the NLCS (and as the Friars were sent packing).

SF Giants Players Review 2026: Osleivis Basabe faded after promising MLB returnOsleivis Basabe made an early impact in his 2026 return to the majors, but late struggles left his future with the SF Giants uncertain.

🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

Dave Roberts in NLDS passes Tony La Russa for 2nd-most postseason manager winsDave Roberts clinched the NLDS with his 72nd postseason win as Dodgers manager, passing Tony La Russa for 2nd-most in MLB history, behind only Joe Torre.

Mauricio Dubon's untimely mistake for Braves reminds SF Giants why they let him goThe SF Giants moved on from Mauricio Dubon years ago and in the time since he's become a good player, but his costly mistake for the Braves was a flashback.

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Tarik Skubal postgame celebration makes his Dodgers return feel more inevitable than everTarik Skubal's celebration after the Los Angeles Dodgers' secured their spot in the NLCS makes his return feel even more inevitable.

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Giants should look to sign one of their rivals' free agents ➡️

SF Giants' fleecing of Padres is complete as Robbie Ray helps end San Diego's seasonThe Padres are out of the playoffs thanks in part to Robbie Ray and the Giants look even smarter for trading him.

Dodgers NLDS celebration notes: Edwin Díaz, Andy PagesMore from the Dodgers closing out the NLDS in Game 4, with strong final two games by both center fielder Andy Pages and closer Edwin Díaz. Plus Dave Roberts talk

Bottom of the order contributions marked a series winTheir top hitters were kept quiet, but the Dodgers managed to generate enough offense to capitalize on great pitching, beating the Braves in four in the NLDS

World Series 2026 Picks from MLB ExpertsReviewing the most notable predictions for the remainder of the postseason

One offseason lever that will have no impact on the SF Giants this offseasonIn recent offseasons, the qualifying offer has affected the SF Giants one way or the other. You can skip it this time around, as that will have no impact on the

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Who are Giants fans rooting for in ALDS Game 4?The American League Division Series continue today, in theory. Who are Giants fans rooting for today?

Payrolls for Remaining Playoff Teams 💰Dodgers almost as high as the other four teams combined. Tap for rankings 📲

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Teoscar Hernández dispels worries over scary collision during Dodgers' clinch celebrationTeoscar Hernández cleared up injury concerns during the Dodgers' NLDS clinch with an on-camera toast with David Ortiz.

Dodgers NLDS notes: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Dave RobertsLeftover National League Division Series notes including extolling virtues of Yoshinobu Yamamoto in October, plus Dave Roberts involved in a hitters meeting.

Dodgers, Brewers meet again in second straight NLCSDodgers and Brewers will meet again in the National League Championship Series for the second year in a row, beginning Sunday, October 11 in Milwaukee.

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

SF Giants Player Review 2026: Scott Bandura showed promise may get lost in the shuffleYoung SF Giants outfielder Scott Bandura did good things in the minors in 2026, but was unable to translate that to the big league level.

Andy Pages single beats Braves, Dodgers win NLDS in 4 gamesAndy Pages delivered a 2-run single in 7th inning to win Game 4 for Dodgers, who eliminated Braves in four games in the National League Division Series.

Dodgers NLCS begins Sunday nightDodgers are back in the National League Championship Series, starting Sunday, October 11. LA will play either Milwaukee Brewers or San Diego Padres.

Andy Pages' drought-breaking swing clinched NLDS for Dodgers and rewrote his narrativeAndy Pages' clutch two-run single vs. the Braves singlehandedly locked up the NLDS for the Dodgers.

Dodgers Advance to 3rd-Straight NLCS 🔵

Pages' clutch RBI in 7th eliminates Braves

Dodgers Eliminate Braves 🔵LA advances to 8th NLCS in the last 10 years with 4-1 win over Atlanta

Mad Max Homer in 9th 💣

Table for one, Max Muncy Dodgers extend their lead in the 9th!

Pages Clutch Hit in Game 4 💪

ANDY PAGES DELIVERS Dodgers go ahead in the 7th!

Yoshinobu Yamamoto still has a way to go to match Madison Bumgarner's playoff greatnessWhile Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been really impressive in the playoffs, he has not reached the level of Giants legend Madison Bumgarner just yet.

Padres owners reveal they're not immune to little brother syndrome with dig at DodgersThe Padres have been the little brothers to the Los Angeles Dodgers for virtually the entire history of their franchise, and their new owner showed why.

Dodgers Score off Dubon's Error 😦

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Oh my! Mauricio Dubón couldn't make the catch in this game is tied! 📺: FS1

Ohtani Steals Base 🏃

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Shohei Ohtani steals 2nd and is able to get to 3rd base on the wild throw 💨

Dodgers vs. Braves NLDS Game 4 chatDodgers take on the Atlanta Braves in Game 4 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday night at Truist Park in Atlanta.

Mike Yastrzemski's cold streak has come at the worst time for Braves and SF Giants fansFormer SF Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski has struggled in the playoffs, but the Braves may need him to play hero versus the Dodgers.

Dave Roberts' Shohei Ohtani assurances sound delusional after Dodgers' NLDS Game 3 showingDave Roberts and the Los Angeles Dodgers are still confident of a Shohei Ohtani turnaround, but the evidence suggests otherwise.

Mason Miller's paternity absence allowed ex-SF Giants southpaw to join Padres playoff rosterWith Mason Miller missing a Padres playoff game and being put on the paternity list, a former SF Giants reliever was added to the playoff roster.

Braves Game 4 Lineup

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Game 4. #LetItFly

Dodgers Game 4 Lineup 🔵

Today’s #NLDS Game 4 Dodgers lineup at Braves:

Battle of Tylers decides Game 4 of the NLDSWhich starter named Tyler can get the upper hand as the Braves look to stave off elimination, while the Dodgers want to avoid a winner-take-all Game 5 at home

Yoshinobu Yamamoto playoff comps to Madison Bumgarner are underselling Dodgers aceLos Angeles Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto proved once again that he's the most dominant postseason pitcher in the game today. The right-hander dispatched o

Tyler Mahle shut down Dodgers earlier this year with SF Giants, now Braves need him to save their seasonThe Braves need Tyler Mahle to save their season, but the good news is he dominated the Dodgers as a member of the Giants earlier this year.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto joins select Dodgers postseason club with 10 strikeoutsYoshinobu Yamamoto struck out 10 Braves to win NLDS Game 3, just the 20th game in Dodgers postseason history with a pitcher striking out double digits.

Dodgers' offense came through in NLDS Game 3 but there's still reason to worryLet's slow our roll on praise for the Los Angeles Dodgers' offense until they can actually hit with runners in scoring position.

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Where the SF Giants will likely see the most roster turnover this offseasonLast offseason, the outfield depth predictably experienced the most turnover. This time around, the pitching will likely see the most changes as the offseason p

Yamamoto Makes MLB History 👏Dodgers pitcher stands alone amid five-game postseason win streak

Playoffs will eventually demand more from the Dodgers offenseThrough three playoff games, the Dodgers’ offense has only scored via the home run. It needs more offensive production on the road to reach its ultimate goal

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2026 by the numbers, part 2#6 - 71…kinda

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Dodgers will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

Miguel Rojas' abrupt exit from NLDS Game 3 and diagnosis puts a damper on Dodgers' victoryMiguel Rojas' exit from NLDS Game 3 might threaten an early end to his Dodgers career.

The SF Giants already have a primary solution to address leadoff woesSF Giants leadoff hitters posted a .296 on-base percentage, which was the worst mark in baseball for that spot in the lineup. They already have a primary soluti

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Who are Giants fans rooting for in today’s division series games?The ALDS and NLDS continue today. Who are Giants fans rooting for?