The upcoming World Series matchups between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers promise to be thrilling. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has confirmed the starting pitchers for the crucial Games 3 and 4. Tyler Glasnow will take the mound for Game 3, with Shohei Ohtani following in Game 4.
Pitching Matchups for the World Series
In Game 3, Glasnow faces off against Blue Jays ace Max Scherzer. For Game 4, Ohtani will pitch opposite Shane Bieber. These matchups are critical as both teams seek to secure their place in baseball history.
Tyler Glasnow’s Performance
- Postseason Stats: 0.68 ERA over 13.1 innings.
- Strikeouts: 18 in three appearances (two starts).
- Earned Runs: Just one run allowed.
Glasnow has been particularly effective in the postseason, showcasing dominant pitching. His last performance came in Game 3 of the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers, where he yielded one run in 5.2 innings, leading to a Dodgers victory.
Shohei Ohtani’s Excellence
- Postseason Record: 2-0 with a 2.25 ERA over two starts.
- Innings Pitched: 12 innings.
- Season Stats: 2.87 ERA, 1.043 WHIP over 14 starts.
Ohtani impressed fans with a remarkable performance in NLCS Game 4, delivering six shutout innings and striking out ten batters. His batting was equally exceptional, hitting three home runs to propel the Dodgers to a decisive 5-1 win.
World Series Context
The Blue Jays are aiming for their first World Series title in 32 years. They currently hold a 1-0 lead in the series. Game 2 is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, featuring Kevin Gausman for the Blue Jays and Yoshinobu Yamamoto for the Dodgers.
Fans can catch all the action on El-Balad and Sportsnet+ as the series unfolds, with spectacular performances expected from both teams’ star pitchers.
