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Shohei Ohtani pitched five dominant innings with no hits against the Phillies but was removed due to team workload management, leading to a bullpen collapse that resulted in a 9-6 loss for the Dodgers. The decision prioritized Ohtani's health over potential historic achievement, highlighting ongoing bullpen struggles.
The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a crushing 6-5 defeat to the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 4 of the NLCS as their bullpen collapsed under pressure. Manager Rob Thomson's decisions, including starting Cristopher Sánchez after a 20-day layoff and carrying two pitchers they didn't want to use, backfired. The Phillies have pitching advantages but failed to capitalize on them, and their bullpen struggles have raised questions about how they proceed. With the series tied at two games apiece, the Phillies must rely on ace Zack Wheeler to carry the team in Game 5.
The Washington Nationals' overtaxed bullpen fell apart during a 12-3 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. With no relievers left except for Cory Abbott, who hadn't pitched since August 11, the Phillies took advantage and scored eight runs off him. Despite a strong performance from starter Jake Irvin, who pitched six scoreless innings, the Nationals couldn't hold on. Trea Turner hit two home runs for the Phillies, contributing to their victory. The Nationals' bullpen struggles highlight the team's need for additional pitching support.
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Chicago White Sox, 8-4, after leading 4-2 in the eighth inning. Clayton Kershaw battled through six innings, allowing just two earned runs, but the bullpen collapsed, giving up six runs in the final two innings. Mookie Betts had a two-run single in the sixth inning to give the Dodgers the lead, but it wasn't enough. The Dodgers will look to win the series in the rubber match on Thursday.
JP France had an outstanding MLB debut for the Houston Astros, throwing five scoreless innings, but the bullpen collapsed in the eighth inning, allowing seven runs and leading to a 7-5 loss against the Seattle Mariners. Jeremy Peña had a strong offensive performance, going 3-for-4 with two doubles. The Astros will look to bounce back in the final game of the series on Sunday.