Alex Rodriguez Sees Striking Similarities Between the 2020s Dodgers and 1990s Yankees
Los Angeles Dodgers Dominate 2025 MLB Postseason with Unstoppable Momentum
Dodgers Show Unmatched Strength in 2025 MLB Postseason
The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a stunning entry into the 2025 MLB Postseason with four consecutive wins. MLB analyst Alex Rodriguez, impressed by their performance, likens their prowess to the dominant New York Yankees of the 1990s. Rodriguez remarked, “I think the Dodgers are the complete package. They can win whether it’s 1-0 or 10-1. It reminds me of the old Yankees when they won four titles.” Indeed, the Dodgers have shown their capability to win under any circumstances, making them a formidable force this season.
Impressive Performance Against Top Teams
After a decisive sweep of the Cincinnati Reds and accumulating 18 runs in two games during the National League Wild Card Series, the Dodgers continued their winning streak on the road by clinching Games 1 and 2 against the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL Division Series. Exiting the regular season as the NL West champions for the 12th time in 13 years, the Dodgers had a 93-69 record, which was bolstered by strategic offseason acquisitions including Blake Snell, Roki Sasaki, Tanner Scott, Kirby Yates, and Michael Conforto.
Exceptional Stats Highlight Dodgers’ Competitive Edge
The Dodgers’ offensive lineup showcased their skills by ranking second in MLB for runs (825), home runs (244), and slugging percentage (.441), along with being fifth in on-base percentage (.327). Their pitching also excelled, leading the league with the lowest opponent batting average (.222), fifth-best ERA (3.69), and ranking seventh in WHIP (1.19). However, the Dodgers’ bullpen is a point of concern, having tied for 20th in both ERA (4.27) and WHIP (1.33). Despite these challenges, they secured a 4-3 victory in Game 2 of the NLDS.
Comparisons to Yankees’ Historic Run
The Dodgers’ current strength has drawn comparisons to the late-90s Yankees, who achieved three consecutive championships from 1998 to 2000, and four in five years, underscoring a golden era under manager Joe Torre. This season, the Dodgers were well-represented at the NL All-Star Game with five players: Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, Freddie Freeman, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Clayton Kershaw making the roster.
Manager Dave Roberts: The Unsung Hero
Under the leadership of manager Dave Roberts, now in his 10th season, the Dodgers boast an impressive 944-575 regular-season record and a 60-44 postseason record. His tenure is noted for World Series victories in 2020 and 2024. As the Dodgers prepare to host the Phillies for Game 3 with an opportunity to close out the NLDS, Rodriguez praises Roberts as the “unsung hero” of the franchise, whose 944 wins rank fourth in the team’s history.
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