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Dodgers dynasty on the brink after the Milwaukee BABIP machine dials up another win for Brewers
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Key Points:
- The Milwaukee Brewers took a commanding 2-0 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series, with a 7-4 win in Game 2, putting the Dodgers' hopes for a three-peat in jeopardy.
- Milwaukee's pitching, especially their bullpen, was exceptional, extending a postseason scoreless streak to nearly 29 innings and achieving a historic feat by going over five innings in a playoff game without allowing a baserunner.
- The Brewers capitalized on timely, well-placed bloop singles and aggressive baserunning, despite many hits coming with low exit velocities, defying traditional metrics that favor hard-hit balls.
- The Dodgers struggled with missed challenges and defensive miscues, while Milwaukee's "luck" and execution in small sample playoff scenarios highlighted the unpredictable nature of baseball postseason outcomes.
- This series underscores the narrow gaps between top teams and the difficulty of guaranteeing success in baseball, challenging narratives that heavily favor talent alone in predicting postseason results.
