Dodgers Game 4 Moved Up; Ohtani's Slump, Snell's Mindset Add to NLCS Drama

The Los Angeles Dodgers face an early start for Game 4 of their National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday, with the game rescheduled to 5:00 p.m. PT due to potential weather impacts on another playoff series. This adjustment comes as the Dodgers find themselves in a 2-0 series deficit, desperately needing to turn their fortunes around.

Adding to the pressure, star slugger Shohei Ohtani is experiencing a significant postseason slump, prompting manager Dave Roberts to make lineup adjustments in an attempt to reignite his performance. Teammate Mookie Betts expressed understanding of Ohtani's struggles, acknowledging the difficulty of performing under playoff pressure. Meanwhile, the team is looking to pitcher Blake Snell to deliver a crucial performance in Game 3, with Roberts offering insights into Snell's mindset as he prepares to pitch with the season on the line.