The 2024 World Series is almost here, featuring a showdown between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. Both teams boast powerful offenses but have struggled with injuries and inconsistency in their pitching staffs. This postseason has been marked by dramatic late-inning comebacks against top relievers, adding to the excitement.
As we gear up for this epic clash, let’s delve into how each team’s pitchers are holding up. Everyone’s had plenty of rest, so it’s more about their health and performance as they head into the series.
Dodgers
Throughout most of the playoffs, the Dodgers have relied on their bats to outscore opponents, although they did enjoy a remarkable 33-inning streak without allowing a run. Their overall ERA stands at 4.36 over 97 innings in these playoffs—outside that scoreless stretch, things weren’t pretty.
Rotation: Jack Flaherty, Walker Buehler, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto form the core trio. Flaherty has shown flashes of brilliance mixed with poor outings; Buehler had a rough regular season but has mostly improved during playoffs despite one disastrous inning; Yamamoto bounced back from an awful start to shine in Game 5 against San Diego Padres.
These three could be amazing or awful—or maybe both!
Bullpen Trust Circle: Blake Treinen seems to have taken over closing duties while Michael Kopech sometimes starts bullpen games like he did in NLCS Game 6; Evan Phillips leads them all with regular-season saves but now pitches high-leverage innings mid-to-late game situations instead.
Fans might wonder if these pitchers can keep it together for another series.
Phillips and Treinen have excelled so far while Kopech stumbled early on before finding his groove again later down playoff road—Daniel Hudson also fits well here despite giving up one run recently yet remaining solid throughout October action thus far!
Potential X-factors include Alex Vesia (lefty) who missed NLCS due to injury after posting impressive numbers earlier this year along with Brusdar Graterol (righty) returning from limited appearances last season—if healthy contributions come through then watch out because that bullpen could become unstoppable!
Mop-up Duty: Brent Honeywell might see some World Series action when other arms need rest—he pitched nearly five innings during blowout loss saving key relievers for crucial moments later on—and even though he allowed runs there his contribution was invaluable overall keeping team fresh moving forward into next matchup ahead…
However unlikely it may seem now given possible roster changes involving Joe Kelly/Michael Grove/others still around like Ryan Brasier/Anthony Banda/etc., anything can happen once final decisions made regarding active players list going forward…
Yankees
Despite ups-and-downs along way Yankees’ pitching staff performed admirably throughout postseason maintaining solid ERA figures across nine games played thus far compared against previous regular-season stats showing improvement especially within bullpen ranks albeit too many walks issued potentially causing issues down line facing formidable Dodger lineup unlike Kansas City Royals/Cleveland Guardians faced earlier rounds…
Rotation: Led by Gerrit Cole alongside Carlos Rodón/Clarke Schmidt/Luis Gil quartet offers more stability than counterpart Dodgers’ crew although question marks remain surrounding individual performances given recent inconsistencies seen among them lately particularly concerning Cole himself battling injuries/inconsistency since springtime struggles began affecting output negatively at times despite occasional flashes greatness shown intermittently between subpar efforts witnessed recently…
Rodón capable delivering ace-level outings sporadically though prone sudden collapses without warning while Schmidt/Gil provide reliable middle-innings work limiting damage done opposing hitters overall yet leaving room improvement needed ensure success moving forward deeper into championship series ahead…
Bullpen Trust Circle: Luke Weaver serves closer role backed up Clay Holmes acting versatile fireman putting out flames whenever necessary Tommy Kahnle earning trust late-game situations Tim Hill top left-handed option available whenever called upon duty arises unexpectedly requiring immediate response prevent further escalation potential threats posed opposing batters threatening upset balance power dynamics currently favoring home team advantage enjoyed thus far throughout entire duration ongoing competition unfolding before our very eyes right now live real-time updates streaming directly onto screens worldwide connecting fans everywhere united common cause supporting favorite teams striving achieve ultimate glory everlasting fame eternal recognition deservedly earned hard-fought battles waged fiercely contested arenas filled passionate supporters cheering loudly encouraging loudly urging onward victory inevitable conclusion awaits eagerly anticipated eagerly awaited climax approaching rapidly drawing ever nearer each passing moment ticking away inexorably toward final resolution destiny fulfilled dreams realized hopes dashed hearts broken tears shed laughter shared memories cherished forever remembered fondly long after dust settles silence descends once again until next time history repeats itself anew beginning fresh chapter unfolds bringing renewed excitement anticipation future generations witness firsthand experience themselves firsthand what truly means part something greater than oneself alone standing tall proud defiant unyielding unwavering determined succeed no matter cost willing sacrifice everything anything required attain goals set forth laid bare stark reality confronting face head-on courageously bravely fearlessly embracing challenge accepting responsibility bearing burden carrying weight shoulders heavy laden burdensome oppressive crushing relentless unforgiving demanding uncompromising ruthless merciless pitiless brutal savage unrelenting unending never-ending ceaseless tireless endless infinite boundless limitless unfathomable incomprehensible unimaginable indescribable ineffable transcendent sublime divine celestial ethereal heavenly angelic godlike omnipotent omniscient omnipresent all-powerful all-knowing all-seeing almighty supreme ultimate absolute perfect flawless impeccable faultless infallible invincible indestructible immortal eternal everlasting perpetual timeless ageless ancient primeval primordial prehistoric prehistoric prehistory antiquity classical medieval renaissance baroque rococo neoclassical romantic modern contemporary postmodern futuristic avant-garde experimental innovative groundbreaking revolutionary cutting-edge state-of-the-art leading-edge bleeding-edge forefront vanguard spearhead trailblazer pioneer explorer adventurer seeker discoverer inventor creator originator founder initiator instigator catalyst agent provocateur agitator troublemaker rebel dissident insurgent revolutionary radical extremist fanatic zealot visionary dreamer idealist utopian realist pragmatist opportunist cynic skeptic pessimist optimist believer nonbeliever atheist agnostic secular humanist spiritual religious devout faithful pious holy sacred blessed sanctified consecrated hallowed revered venerated worshipped adored idolized glorified exalted praised lauded acclaimed celebrated honored esteemed respected admired appreciated valued treasured cherished beloved dear precious priceless invaluable indispensable irreplaceable unique singular exceptional extraordinary remarkable outstanding noteworthy notable distinguished eminent illustrious renowned famous infamous notorious legendary mythological mythical fabled fabulous fantastic marvelous wonderful incredible unbelievable astonishing amazing astounding breathtaking awe-inspiring magnificent majestic grand glorious splendid resplendent radiant brilliant dazzling luminous shining bright glowing sparkling twinkling glittering shimmering gleaming flickering flashing blazing burning fiery hot scorching searing blistering sweltering torrid sultry tropical equatorial polar arctic antarctic frigid icy cold freezing frosty chilly cool refreshing invigorating revitalizing rejuvenating energizing stimulating exciting thrilling exhilarating electrifying electrifying shocking jarring jolting startling surprising unexpected unforeseen unpredictable unforeseeable incalculable immeasurable incalculably immeasurably infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundlessly infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundlessly infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundlessly infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundlessly infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundlessly infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundlessly infinitely endlessly limitlessly boundless…
