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Freeman & Hernandez Power Dodgers in NLDS
7 Oct
Summary
- Freeman and Kiké Hernández hit back-to-back home runs in the fourth inning.
- Their homers gave the Dodgers a crucial 3-0 lead in the NLDS against the Braves.
- Manager Dave Roberts' surprising lineup change placed Freeman second and Hernández ninth.
Freddie Freeman and Kiké Hernández delivered pivotal home runs for the Dodgers, contributing to their lead in the NLDS against the Braves. Both players demonstrated their October performance capabilities with crucial hits.
Hernández opened the scoring in the fourth inning with a two-run homer off Braves pitcher Chris Sale. The very next batter, Freeman, followed suit with another home run, extending the Dodgers' advantage. These consecutive blasts established a 3-0 lead for Los Angeles.
This offensive display occurred on a day when manager Dave Roberts made a notable adjustment to the lineup. Shohei Ohtani was moved to the fifth spot, while Freeman batted second and Hernández hit ninth. The strategy proved effective, contributing to the Dodgers' 3-1 lead.
Freeman has a notable postseason career record, including 17 home runs and 40 RBI in 81 games. Kiké Hernández also boasts an impressive playoff history with 16 home runs and 42 RBI in his postseason career.
