Dodgers are up 2-1 in the NLDS, but trust me, this Game 4 is about to be an absolute firecracker with Tyler Glasnow and Tyler Mahle squaring off. This isn’t just another game; it’s a potential series-definer at Truist Park in Atlanta, kicking off at 3:08 p.m.
Glasnow’s Mound Challenge and Roberts’ Aggressive Play
Tyler Glasnow is back on the mound for the Dodgers, but it’s been about two weeks since his last start. Sound familiar? It’s kind of like Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s situation, but Glasnow doesn’t have that same long track record of postseason dominance to make anyone feel totally secure. Still, last postseason, the Dodgers were 6-0 when Glasnow pitched, including four starts and a couple of relief appearances. Yeah, his 11 walks in 21.1 innings last year might’ve messed with the perception, but honestly, run prevention wasn’t a problem for him, except for one shaky World Series Game 3 against the Jays.
Manager Dave Roberts is going to be managing this game super aggressively. Why? They only used two relievers in Game 3, runs have been tight all series, and there are off days on both sides of these two Atlanta games. He’s not going to push Glasnow, and you can bet he’ll be ready to go to the bullpen at the first hint of trouble. And hey, Max Muncy is fired up to be starting after sitting against those left-handers. He’s ready to go.
Mahle’s Hot Streak and the Dodgers’ Cold Bats
Across the diamond, it’s Tyler Mahle for the Braves. He might not have the long-term track record of some aces, but let me tell you, over the last few months of the season and straight into the playoffs, few pitchers have been better. This guy is on a roll. Remember how the threat of Chris Sale loomed large before Game 3? Now it’s Mahle.
The Dodgers’ offense isn’t exactly firing on all cylinders either. They haven’t been performing at their highest level, which just adds more pressure on Glasnow and Roberts to manage this game perfectly. This matchup is absolutely crucial.
This is a monster Game 4, folks. It’s not just about the Dodgers trying to extend their lead or the Braves trying to tie it up; it’s about two Tylers, each with their own story, battling it out with the series on the line. Every pitch is going to matter. Get ready.
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Originally reported by True Blue LA.
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