"MLB: July 8, 05:10 LA Dodgers vs Milwaukee Game Analysis and Overseas Baseball Outlook"
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Home Run and Comeback, Analysis of the LA Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers Game
The LA Dodgers' Justin Robleski is making his Major League debut. Robleski, a left-handed pitcher who is currently ranked 14th among the Dodgers' prospects, was drafted in the 11th round in 2021. He is known for mixing in cutters with his classical left-handed pitch combinations, though his command is said to be inconsistent. Considering his performance in two AAA PCL games this year—10.1 innings pitched, 11 hits allowed, and 17 strikeouts—he could either perform extremely well or poorly.
In the previous game, the Dodgers' lineup scored 5 runs, including 3 home runs, against Peralta and Hudson. The key batters performed well when needed. Shohei Ohtani, who hit a clutch home run, is regaining his form. However, Evan Phillips, who blew Paxton's win, is always a variable with his tendency to give up home runs.
Consecutive Bullpen Collapse, Milwaukee Brewers' Challenge
The Milwaukee Brewers, whose bullpen has collapsed for two consecutive days, will have Dallas Keuchel (6.75 ERA) challenge for his first win of the season again. Keuchel proved his resilience with a 5.1 inning, 4-hit, 2-run game during the Colorado road series on the 3rd. This game is expected to be a true test bed for him. Although the Brewers scored 3 runs, including 2 home runs, against Paxton and Phillips in the previous game, their lineup struggles to overcome the aftermath. Out of 5 hits, 3 were extra-base hits, but having only 5 hits is an issue.
The bullpen collapsing again in the 8th inning is a serious concern.
Game Prediction and Result
The series has been tightly contested, with the Milwaukee bullpen frequently collapsing. This game is likely to proceed similarly. Robleski, following Paxton, is a target for the Milwaukee lineup, and Keuchel's pitching is something the Dodgers could exploit. However, the Dodgers have struggled against slow-throwing left-handers recently and will be without their top three relievers for this game. This time, the Milwaukee bullpen is expected to perform. The Milwaukee Brewers, with their bullpen advantage, are closer to victory.
Predicted Score
6:4 Milwaukee wins
Handicap: Milwaukee wins
Under/Over: Over