Los Angeles Dodgers Set to Face New York Mets in NL Championship Series
Momentum-Shifting Game 1 Features Jack Flaherty and Kodai Senga
The Los Angeles Dodgers relied on spectacular pitching to escape the NL Division Series in five games against the San Diego Padres. As they prepare to face the New York Mets in the NL Championship Series, they will look to carry this momentum forward. In an attempt to keep up the pace with a trip to the World Series on the line, the Boys in Blue will turn to Jack Flaherty in Game 1 against the New York Mets.
Flaherty’s Latest Outing
Los Angeles native Jack Flaherty was on the mound for Game 2 of the NLDS, where he struggled, allowing 4 earned runs in 5.1 innings in a 10-2 loss. Despite this, he was acquired in a trade from the Detroit Tigers at the end of July and posted a solid 3.58 ERA for L.A. in 10 regular season starts.
Flaherty’s Newcomer Status
Flaherty, an L.A. native, will face the Mets’ Japanese ace Kodai Senga, who is a bit of a wild card in terms of predictability. He pitched just one game in the regular season due to a shoulder injury, but returned in Game 1 of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies, lasting just two innings, striking out three, and giving up a solo home run to Kyle Schwarber.
Senga’s Small Sample Size
Senga’s outing in the NLDS was a small sample size, making it difficult to predict his performance against the Dodgers’ powerhouse lineup. The Dodgers’ monster lineup is well-equipped to take advantage of any uncertainty, and it’s unclear how Senga will respond to the pressure of the NLCS.
Game 1 Details
First pitch at Dodger Stadium is set for 5:15 p.m. local time on Sunday. The game will be a crucial one for both teams, with the winner advancing to the World Series and the loser being eliminated from contention.
FAQs
- Who will start for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLCS?
- Jack Flaherty will start for the Dodgers.
- Who will start for the New York Mets in Game 1 of the NLCS?
- Kodai Senga will start for the Mets.
- How did Flaherty perform in his previous outing for the Dodgers?
- Flaherty struggled, allowing 4 earned runs in 5.1 innings in a 10-2 loss in Game 2 of the NLDS.
- How did Senga perform in his return to the mound in the NLDS?
- Senga pitched just two innings, striking out three, and giving up a solo home run in Game 1 against the Philadelphia Phillies.
