Live Updates: Dodgers Maintain Lead Against Brewers in Game 2 Heading into Seventh Inning
Teoscar Hernández is taking responsibility for a critical baserunning error in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series (NLCS) against the Milwaukee Brewers. As the Dodgers prepare for Game 2, Hernández addressed the media, stating, “I just f— up.” His admission highlights the importance of awareness on the field.
Game 1 Incident Details
During Game 1, the Dodgers experienced a unique moment when Max Muncy had a potential grand slam denied. Although the catch was not completed, it led to confusion on the bases. Hernández was on third base and had an opportunity to advance home when the Brewers’ center fielder Sal Frelick bobbled the ball after it hit the wall.
Missed Opportunity
Instead of running home immediately, Hernández made a crucial mistake. He opted to re-tag third base after observing the bobble, which allowed time for the Brewers to execute a relay play and tag him out at the plate.
- Player: Teoscar Hernández
- Team: Los Angeles Dodgers
- Opponent: Milwaukee Brewers
- Game: NLCS Game 1
- Event: Baserunning error leading to out
Manager’s Response
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed understanding of Hernández’s situation. He emphasized that the player understands the rules and recognized it was a momentary lapse in judgment. “He had just a little bit of a brain fart,” said Roberts.
Hernández’s Reflection
Following the game, Hernández reflected on the incident, admitting, “If you would have asked me two days ago what would you do in this situation, I would say, as soon as the ball touched the glove, I would go.” He acknowledged his reaction was less than ideal, attributing the misstep to a mental block in that critical moment.
Looking ahead to Game 2, Hernández recognized that these situations are part of the game. He stated, “There’s nobody to blame but myself. And it happens.” As the Dodgers maintain their focus against the Brewers, players like Hernández must learn from these experiences to perform better in future games.
