Why Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Explains Tanner Scott’s Absence from NLDS Roster

Los Angeles Dodgers Experience Disappointing Loss in NLDS Game 3

Dodgers Suffer Eighth-Inning Collapse in Philadelphia

The Los Angeles Dodgers faced a significant setback in Game 3 of the National League Division Series, losing 8-2 to the Philadelphia Phillies. While the match remained competitive until the eighth inning, the Dodgers stumbled, allowing a series of plays that sealed their fate.

Absence of Tanner Scott Affects Dodgers’ Strategy

Manager Dave Roberts disclosed post-game that reliever Tanner Scott was absent due to personal reasons. “He was not at the ballpark today,” Roberts explained. Although the specifics remain undisclosed, Scott’s absence was felt during critical moments. The Dodgers had limited bullpen options, impacting game decisions.

Dodgers Pitching Adjustments Fall Short

Initially, the Dodgers held their own. Following a Tommy Edman solo homer, the Phillies surged with three runs in the fourth inning. Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto continued into the fifth but was eventually replaced by Anthony Banda, who stifled the Phillies’ momentum. Jack Dreyer maintained the score in the sixth, handing the ball to Clayton Kershaw for the seventh.

Clayton Kershaw’s Struggles and Eighth Inning Woes

Despite maintaining a 3-1 scoreline, Clayton Kershaw showed vulnerabilities by allowing a single and a walk early in the seventh. Opting to keep Kershaw in the game for the eighth inning backfired as he surrendered a home run to the Phillies. Consecutive errors, including one by Max Muncy, and a two-run homer smothered any hopes of a comeback.

Game 4 Holds high Stakes for the Dodgers

With Tanner Scott unavailable and the Dodgers seeking redemption, all eyes turn to Game 4. Should the Dodgers prevail, they advance to the National League Championship Series (NLCS). A loss, however, would force a decisive Game 5 in Philadelphia.

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