Phillies Fight Back in NLDS, Overcoming Kershaw’s Postseason Struggles

LOS ANGELES — The Philadelphia Phillies faced a critical moment in the National League Division Series (NLDS) on Wednesday night, as they looked to revive their playoff hopes against the Los Angeles Dodgers. With a 2-0 series deficit, the stakes could not have been higher.

In an impressive turnaround, the Phillies dominated the game with an 8-2 victory. Kyle Schwarber‘s two home runs sparked a much-needed offensive explosion, restoring energy to the team after their recent struggles. “It was hard to watch,” said Dodgers star Mookie Betts about his teammate Clayton Kershaw‘s performance. “But he’s going to have a statue out in front of Dodger Stadium.”

Kershaw, making what could potentially be his last postseason appearance, struggled on the mound, giving up five runs over two innings. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts commented on Kershaw’s performance, stating, “He just didn’t have a great slider tonight.” Despite the struggles, Kershaw’s legacy remains intact, with an illustrious career that includes three Cy Young Awards.

Alec Bohm and fellow teammate J.T. Realmuto contributed key hits as the Phillies took advantage of the situation. Bohm acknowledged the pressure, saying, “I think there are big moments where you’re trying so hard that it just overwhelms you.” His observation underlined the challenges the team faced entering the game.

The win keeps the Phillies alive in the series and provides a glimmer of hope moving into Game 4. Schwarber expressed his determination, stating, “I did not come through in that spot. I can look myself in the mirror. I want to be better.”

The Phillies will need to maintain this momentum if they hope to turn the series around and prove that their strong regular-season performance was no fluke.