The Los Angeles Dodgers struck first in the National League Championship Series (NLCS) by defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 in a game dominated by Blake Snell from the mound. Now, the Wisconsin team is relying on its ace Freddy Peralta to avoid going down 0-2 before traveling to Los Angeles.
Key matchups: Yamamoto vs Peralta and the offense under pressure
Freddy Peralta seeks redemption: The Dominican ace arrives with the mission of leveling the series. With 17 wins and a 2.70 ERA in the regular season, the Brewers are confident he can stop the Angels’ artillery.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Dodgers’ gamble: The Japanese pitcher will start for Los Angeles, trying to repeat the control and serenity he showed at the end of the year.
Turner and Betts in rhythm: The Los Angeles offense continues to run thanks to the power of Mookie Betts and Trea Turner, who were decisive in Game 1.
Christian Yelich, the key player: Milwaukee needs its captain to show up with the bat if it is to break the streak and do early damage.
Forecast
Analysts project a slight advantage for the Dodgers (55-56% chance of victory), thanks to their depth in the rotation and bullpen. However, the atmosphere at American Family Field could give Milwaukee the boost it needs to tie the series.
It will be a close game, but with a tendency to low scoring. The Dodgers have the advantage because of their bullpen, although if Peralta dominates from the start, the Brewers could force a 1-1.
How to watch Game 2 of the NLCS
- Date: Tuesday, October 14
- Time: 8:08 p.m. ET / 7:08 p.m. CT / 5:08 p.m. PT
- Stadium: American Family Field, Milwaukee
- Broadcast: TBS, truTV and streaming on Max (formerly HBO Max)
The Brewers know that this duel is key: if they lose, they will have to win two in a row away from home against one of the most consistent teams of the season.
The Dodgers arrive with high confidence, but Milwaukee has shown all year that it knows how to react when it is most needed. With the roar of their fans and Peralta at the helm, the Brewers will not give anything away.
A tactical duel, of details, where each pitch can set the course of the series.
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