Dodgers Punt, Preserve Best Relievers for Game 5

Los Angeles Dodgers Preserve Best Relievers for Game 5

Despite blowing a late lead in Game 4 of the National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres, the Los Angeles Dodgers are remaining patient with their best relievers.

After the Padres tied the game in the bottom of the ninth inning off of reliever Blake Treinen, the Dodgers went to closer Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning. Kimbrel gave up a solo home run to Manny Machado, giving the Padres the 5-3 victory.

However, the Dodgers are not concerned about Kimbrel's performance. They know that he is one of the best closers in baseball, and they are confident that he will bounce back in Game 5.

Roberts: Dodgers Not Concerned About Kimbrel

"Craig is a great pitcher," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. "He's had a great season. He's had a couple of rough outings, but he's going to be fine. We're not worried about him."

Roberts said that the Dodgers are likely to use the same bullpen strategy in Game 5 that they used in the first four games of the series.

That means that the Dodgers will likely use starter Julio Urias for five or six innings, and then turn the game over to the bullpen. The Dodgers have a deep bullpen, and they are confident that they can get the job done against the Padres.

Dodgers Bullpen Will Be Key in Game 5

The Dodgers bullpen has been one of the best in baseball all season long. They have a deep bullpen, and they have a lot of experience.

The Dodgers bullpen will be key in Game 5. They need to be able to hold the Padres offense in check in order to give the Dodgers a chance to win the game.

The Dodgers are confident that their bullpen can get the job done. They have a lot of experience, and they have a lot of talent.

Conclusion

The Dodgers are facing a must-win game in Game 5 of the NLDS. They will need to rely on their bullpen to get the job done.

The Dodgers have a deep bullpen, and they are confident that they can get the job done. However, the Padres are a dangerous team, and the Dodgers will need to be at their best to win Game 5.