Game: Philadelphia Phillies at Los Angeles Dodgers (NLDS Game 4)
Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 6:08 PM EST
Venue: Dodger Stadium
TV: TBS
With their backs against the wall, the Philadelphia Phillies travel to Dodger Stadium for a do-or-die Game 4 of the National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. After the Dodgers took Game 3 by a score of 8-2, Los Angeles now holds a 2-1 series lead and can clinch a spot in the NLCS with a victory on their home turf.
Pitching Matchup: (LHP) vs. Tyler Glasnow (RHP)
The Phillies will hand the ball to left-hander Cristopher Sánchez to keep their season alive. Sánchez will be tasked with silencing a potent Dodgers lineup that came alive in Game 3 and navigating the immense pressure of an elimination game on the road.
The Dodgers counter with their ace, right-hander Tyler Glasnow. While Glasnow is one of the most dominant arms in the game when healthy, his durability has been a storyline. Search results from earlier in the season mentioned he was dealing with right shoulder inflammation, and the Dodgers’ pitching staff has been described as “depleted” after battling injuries to key arms like Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Clayton Kershaw, and Joe Kelly throughout the year. The Dodgers will be counting on Glasnow to be in top form and pitch them into the next round.
Betting Odds:
- Philadelphia Phillies: +113
- Los Angeles Dodgers: -138
The odds position the Dodgers as moderate home favorites, reflecting their talent and home-field advantage. However, the line isn’t overwhelmingly wide, showing respect for a resilient Phillies team that knows how to win in October.
Analysis & Storylines:
For the Phillies, the path forward is simple: win or go home. After a strong showing to start the series, their offense was stifled in Game 3. They will need their star hitters to step up against Glasnow and put runs on the board early to take the pressure off Sánchez and a bullpen missing key late-inning reliever Jose Alvarado, who is out for the remainder of the season.
The Dodgers have the clear advantage, needing just one win in the final two games to advance. Having weathered numerous injuries to their pitching staff all season, they are now on the cusp of another NLCS appearance. With the crowd at Dodger Stadium behind them, they will look to capitalize on their momentum from Game 3 and prevent the series from shifting back to Philadelphia for a decisive Game 5.
Prediction:
This game profiles as a classic postseason duel between a desperate team and a powerhouse looking to close out the series. The Phillies have proven they can win in hostile environments, and the +113 odds present tempting value for a club with their playoff pedigree.
However, the combination of the Dodgers’ potent offense, home-field advantage, and an ace-caliber pitcher in Tyler Glasnow on the mound is tough to bet against. While Sánchez is a capable starter, the margin for error against this Dodgers lineup is razor-thin. Expect a tense, hard-fought game, but the Dodgers have the edge to get the job done at home.
Prediction: Dodgers 5, Phillies 3
The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers -138
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