Dodgers struggle with situational hitting in NLCS loss to Brewers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers were eliminated by the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS, with their struggles in situational hitting cited as a key factor. Despite hitting.262 with runners in scoring position during the regular season, their inability to advance runners and execute plays under pressure was evident. Manager Dave Roberts faced criticism for his strategic decisions, while players like Max Muncy struggled to capitalize on opportunities. The Dodgers' playoff exit raises questions about their roster's age and performance consistency moving forward.
- •Dodgers eliminated by Brewers in NLCS.
- •Muncy and teammates struggled to advance runners.
- •Roberts criticized for questionable managerial decisions.
- •Team roster has the oldest average age in MLB.
- •Critics point to lack of execution in crucial moments.
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Lack Of Situational Hitting Cost Them In The Playoffs
"The Dodgers' failure to move runners over or score them with less than two outs has been their Achilles' heel and cost in them their NLCS series against the Brewers.
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