Dave Roberts Lets Game 4 Get Away With an Eye on World Series Trophy
Roberts Sticks With His Gut Despite Early Struggles
Dave Roberts, the manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has been under fire from fans and media alike for his decision to stick with starting pitcher Julio Urias in Game 4 of the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Urias gave up four runs in the first inning, and the Dodgers never recovered, losing 8-3. It was the second straight loss for the Dodgers in the series, and they now trail 2-2.
Roberts defended his decision to stick with Urias, saying that he believes in his pitcher and that he thought he could settle down and give the Dodgers a chance to win.
It's easy to second-guess Roberts' decision in hindsight, but it's important to remember that he's one of the best managers in baseball. He has a track record of success, and he knows his team better than anyone. There are valid reasons why it made sense to stick with Urias.
First, Urias is one of the Dodgers' best pitchers. He was 20-3 with a 2.96 ERA in the regular season, and he's a big reason why the Dodgers won the NL West.
Second, Urias had been pitching well in the playoffs. He allowed just one run in 12 innings in his two previous starts.
Third, Roberts had a short bullpen. The Dodgers had used their bullpen heavily in the first three games of the series, and Roberts didn't want to overwork his relievers.
In the end, Roberts' decision didn't pay off. But it's important to remember that he made it based on the information he had at the time.
Looking Ahead to Game 5
The Dodgers now trail the Rays 2-2 in the World Series, but they still have a chance to win. They'll send Walker Buehler to the mound in Game 5, and he's one of the best pitchers in baseball.
The Dodgers will need to play their best game of the series in order to win. But if they can do that, they'll have a chance to tie the series and force a Game 6.
The Dodgers are still in a good position to win the World Series. They have a lot of talent, and they're playing at home in Games 5 and 6.
However, the Rays are a tough opponent. They're a young, hungry team, and they've played well throughout the playoffs.
The Dodgers will need to play their best baseball to win the World Series. But if they can do that, they have a good chance of bringing the trophy back to Los Angeles.
