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The Philadelphia Phillies are set to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the National League Division Series (NLDS) on Monday (October 6) at Citizens Bank Park. The Phillies are looking to bounce back after a 5-3 loss in Game 1, where the Dodgers rallied late to secure the win. The game is crucial for the Phillies, who aim to even the series before it shifts to Los Angeles.
Starting on the mound for the Phillies is left-handed pitcher Jesús Luzardo, who has had an impressive season with a 15-7 record and a 3.92 ERA. Luzardo, known for his strong strikeout ability, will face Dodgers' lefty Blake Snell. Snell, who boasts a 5-4 record with a 2.35 ERA, delivered a solid performance in his postseason debut for the Dodgers, pitching seven innings of two-run ball against the Reds in the Wild Card Series.
The Phillies will be without outfielder Harrison Bader, who is dealing with a groin injury. Imaging revealed no major tear or strain, but his availability for Game 2 remains uncertain. This could impact the Phillies' lineup, potentially giving left-handed hitter Brandon Marsh a start against the left-handed Snell.
For the Dodgers, their lineup is expected to remain similar to Game 1, with key players like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman leading the charge. The Dodgers aim to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series.
The first pitch is scheduled for 6:08 p.m. ET, and the game will be broadcast on TBS, truTV, and HBO Max. Fans can also stream the game on MLB.TV with a participating Pay TV provider. As both teams strategize for this pivotal matchup, the Phillies hope to capitalize on their home-field advantage and even the series before heading to Los Angeles.