Dodger left-hander Snell pitched only 3.2 innings and allowed 1 run in Game 2 of the National League Division Series and retired.
Quick Look
- Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell pitched only 3.2 innings in the second game of the National League Division Series, allowing 3 hits, 5 walks and 1 run.
- Head coach Robles said that he struggled with himself throughout the game.
- The fast ball had ball speed but lacked ball control.
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Why It Matters
The National League Division Series adopts a best-of-five series, with the Dodgers and Warriors playing the second game. Snell started as a left-hander for the Dodgers.
Dodger Cy Young pitched Snell to left. (AFP)
[Sports Center/Comprehensive Report] In the best-of-five National League Division Series G2, Dodger Cy Young left-hander Blake Snell pitched only 3.2 innings today and retired with 90 pitches and one run. Regarding Snell's performance, Dodgers head coach Dave Roberts said in an on-field interview, "He was fighting with himself the whole game."
Snell was hit with one out and two walks in the first inning, allowing the Braves to occupy the bases with one out. Although he caught the second out, Braves batter Mauricio Dubón scored a run with a timely hit. Snell allowed his opponent to hit the bases in the second and third inning, but did not allow any runs.
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In the 4th inning, Schnell issued two walks and exited the game with 2 outs and people on first and second base. Dodger right-hander Brock Stewart took over and resolved the scoring crisis.
In total, Schnell pitched 3.2 innings with only 47 strikes in 90 pitches. He allowed 3 hits, 5 walks, 1 run, and 5 strikeouts. His fastest pitch was 98.2 miles (about 158 kilometers).
When Robles was interviewed by FOX well-known reporter Ken Rosenthal on the court, he said that Snell's overall performance was not sharp. His fastball had ball speed, but he did not control the ball.
After five innings, the Dodgers are still trailing 1-2.
Open Questions
- Whether Schnell can adjust the situation in the future
- Can the Dodgers turn the series around?
- Can the Warriors maintain their lead?






