October 29 09:08 MLB New York Yankees Los Angeles Dodgers
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The struggling New York Yankees, facing a losing streak, will have Clarke Schmidt (3.86) take the mound in an attempt to break the run. On the 18th, in the ALCS Game 3 away against Cleveland, Schmidt pitched 4.2 innings, allowing 5 hits and 2 earned runs; aside from one 2-run homer, he displayed a decent performance. Although he generally has weaknesses in home games, given Schmidt's current form, a 5-inning, 2 earned run outing seems quite possible. In the second game, the Yankees managed only 2 runs, including a solo homer from Juan Soto against Yamamoto and Trienen, which is disappointing considering their struggles in away games. Particularly, their performance in scoring opportunities with 1 hit in 6 at-bats, including squandered chances in the 9th inning, remains unresolved. The bullpen, which held the opponent scoreless over 4.2 innings, seems to have created a chance for a rebound.
The LA Dodgers, having succeeded in their consecutive wins thanks to good pitching, will now challenge for a 3-game winning streak with Walker Buehler (1 loss, 6.00). On the 17th, in the NLCS Game 3 away against the Mets, Buehler pitched 4 innings, allowing 3 hits, striking out 6, and not allowing any runs, successfully moving past his nightmare in San Diego. The fact that he is going back to New York could actually work in Buehler's favor. In the second game, the Dodgers scored 4 runs with 3 home runs against Carlos Rodon, but it was unfortunate that they failed to capitalize on the Yankees' bullpen afterward. Currently, their hitting seems too focused on home runs. Trienen's collapse in the 9th could pose a problem for the remaining series.
Home sweet home. The Dodgers quickly established an advantage at home. However, their declining batting and the resurgent Yankees' bullpen are points that could change the narrative. The pitching matchup between Schmidt and Buehler appears evenly matched, but the Yankees' home performance and the changed bullpen situation will determine the outcome. The New York Yankees, holding the home advantage, are closer to victory.
Expected score: 5-3, New York Yankees win.
Win1 Lose: New York Yankees win.
Handicap: LA Dodgers win.
Under/Over: Under.