Dodgers fall to Brewers 7-4 in Game 2 of NLCS, trail series 0-2
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Last updated Oct 13, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Milwaukee Brewers 7-4 in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series on October 12, 2026. Despite regaining the lead after an early deficit, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts' bullpen decisions were not effective, particularly against Brewers' hitter William Contreras, who recorded three RBIs. Starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto struggled, allowing three runs over 2⅔ innings, putting the Dodgers in a difficult position early in the game. The series now shifts to Los Angeles, where the Dodgers will need to win all three home games to advance.
- •Dodgers trail series 0-2 after losing Game 2.
- •Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed three runs in 2⅔ innings.
- •William Contreras led Brewers with three RBIs.
- •Dodgers briefly reclaimed lead after early deficit.
- •Next game scheduled at Dodger Stadium.
- 1:59 AMYahoo Sports — Dave Roberts' bullpen decisions backfire, Dodgers trail 0-2 in NLCS
"MILWAUKEE — The Los Angeles Dodgers are running out of room for mistakes, and some of the most consequential ones in Game 2 came from the dugout.
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