Home Team's New Pitcher Hits a Home Run

Jack Flaherty, a native of Burbank, joined the Los Angeles Dodgers after spending seven years with Eastern teams. He made a big impact in his first postseason start with the Dodgers. Together with his teammates, they set a new playoff record by not allowing any runs for 33 straight innings. This achievement was reached during the NL Championship Series opener against the New York Mets. The game ended with a score of 9-0 in favor of the Dodgers. Flaherty pitched brilliantly, allowing only two hits over seven innings. The Dodgers' pitching staff as a whole was outstanding, tying a record set by the Baltimore Orioles back in 1966. Shohei Ohtani shone at the plate, hitting 2 for 4 and scoring two runs while also driving in another. Mookie Betts also contributed significantly with a three-run double in the eighth inning. The crowd was thrilled with Flaherty's performance, giving him a standing ovation as he left the game. Flaherty attributed his success to his ability to trust his skills and his teammates. The Dodgers’ manager, Dave Roberts, praised Flaherty’s performance, describing it as a “pitching clinic. ” Despite the Mets' struggles, Kodai Senga was pulled early in the game after a rocky start. The Dodgers took advantage of Senga’s wildness, scoring multiple runs in the first two innings. This win was a boost for the Dodgers as they aim to win their 25th National League pennant.