The Los Angeles Dodgers commenced their National League Championship Series against the New York Mets with an impressive display on Sunday, securing a commanding 9-0 victory at home. This triumph marks the Dodgers' third consecutive shutout win, showcasing the depth and strength of their pitching staff.
Key contributions to the Dodgers' offensive efforts came from Shohei Ohtani, who recorded a 2-for-4 performance with an RBI and two runs, while Max Muncy added a pivotal two-run single. The Dodgers' first six runs were amassed through a series of singles, but the game was truly broken open in the eighth inning when Mookie Betts delivered a bases-clearing three-run double, enhancing the lead to 9-0.
On the mound, Jack Flaherty led the pitching charge, delivering seven innings of shutout baseball, allowing just two hits, two walks, and striking out six batters. Daniel Hudson and Ben Casparius then took over for the final two innings, successfully preserving the shutout and extending the Dodgers' streak to 33 consecutive scoreless innings, thereby tying the postseason record for the most consecutive scoreless frames. As a result, Dodgers fans took to social media, expressing their excitement over the team’s dominant performance both offensively and defensively. Looking ahead, the Dodgers will aim to maintain their momentum as they prepare for Game 2 against the Mets.