World Series 2024: Dodgers' latest bullpen game backfires, but the team's best relief arms are ready for Game 5

Dodgers' bullpen falters in Game 4, but Buehler, May, and Kimbrel are ready to go in Game 5

The Dodgers' bullpen faltered in Game 4 of the World Series, but the team's best relief arms are ready to go in Game 5.

The Dodgers used a bullpen game in Game 4, with six different pitchers taking the mound. The strategy backfired, as the Rays scored five runs off the Dodgers' relievers. However, the Dodgers' best relief arms are expected to be available for Game 5, including Walker Buehler, Tony Gonsolin, and Craig Kimbrel.

Buehler, May, and Kimbrel have been the Dodgers' most reliable relievers this postseason.

• Buehler has a 2.08 ERA in three postseason appearances.
• May has a 0.00 ERA in two postseason appearances.
• Kimbrel has a 1.59 ERA in six postseason appearances.

With Buehler, May, and Kimbrel all available for Game 5, the Dodgers should have a strong bullpen to support their starting pitcher, Julio Urías.

The Dodgers will need their bullpen to be strong in Game 5 if they want to win the World Series.

The Dodgers are facing a must-win situation in Game 5. If they lose, the Rays will win the World Series. The Dodgers will need their bullpen to be strong in order to give their team a chance to win.