The Dodgers pitching staff has been lights out this postseason, tossing four shutouts in the last five playoff games, including two vs. the Mets in just three games. This incredible streak has left many baseball fans and analysts speechless, as it is a rare feat in the world of professional sports.
The most recent shutout came in Game 3 of the NLCS, where the Dodgers pitched a combined shutout against the Mets, solidifying their position in the series. The Dodgers' dominant performance has put immense pressure on the Mets to come back strong in the next game.
The last time a team achieved such an impressive streak was in 2014 when the San Francisco Giants pitched four shutouts in five playoff games. The Dodgers' recent performance has drawn comparisons to the Giants' impressive run that year.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised his pitching staff for their outstanding performance. 'I am so proud of our guys,' he said in a post-game interview. 'We have been working tirelessly to perfect our pitching, and it's great to see our efforts paying off.'
The Dodgers' shutouts can be attributed to their starters, who have been performing exceptionally well, with their bullpen also stepping up to seal the deals in tight situations. Roberts also acknowledged the hard work put in by his pitchers. 'It's not just our starters; our bullpen has also been phenomental,' he added.
As the Dodgers look to build on their momentum and potentially sweep the series, the Mets are under immense pressure to turn their luck around. Can the Mets bounce back in the next game, or will the Dodgers continue their dominance over them?