Walker Buehler is lined up to pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 6 of the World Series, not warming up in the bullpen for Game 5 ¹. After losing Game 4 to the New York Yankees, the Dodgers are looking to close out the series. Manager Dave Roberts opted to save his best relievers, including Alex Vesia, Ryan Brasier, Anthony Banda, Michael Kopech, Blake Treinen, and Brusdar Graterol, for Game 5, instead using Landon Knack and Brent Honeywell Jr. to finish out Game 4 ¹.
The Dodgers’ strategy paid off, as they now have a well-rested bullpen heading into Game 5. Jack Flaherty is scheduled to start Game 5, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Walker Buehler lined up for potential Games 6 and 7, respectively ¹. This rotation allows the Dodgers to manage their pitching staff effectively, ensuring they have their best arms available for the crucial games.
*World Series Game 5 Preview*
– *Starting Pitcher:* Jack Flaherty
– *Opponent:* New York Yankees
– *Bullpen:* Well-rested, including Alex Vesia, Ryan Brasier, Anthony Banda, Michael Kopech, Blake Treinen, and Brusdar Graterol
The Dodgers are in a favorable position, up 3-1 in the series, and will look to close out the championship with a win in Game 5 ¹.
