The Los Angeles Dodgers gained a strong 3-0 lead in the World Series against the New York Yankees after a 4-2 win at Yankee Stadium on Monday, putting them on the verge of achieving a sweep, a feat not accomplished in over ten years. The last time the World Series concluded in four games was in 2012 when the San Francisco Giants defeated the Detroit Tigers.
For the Yankees to secure their 28th championship—which would extend their record— they need to make history as no team has ever recovered from a 3-0 deficit to win the World Series.
As the anticipation builds for Game 4, eyes are on whether the Dodgers will celebrate on the Yankees’ home field or if the Yankees will fight to extend their hopes for another day. Here’s what fans need to know:
Game 4 is set for Tuesday, October 29, at Yankee Stadium, with the first pitch scheduled for 5:08 p.m. PT. The Yankees will hand the ball to Luis Gil, who has had limited appearances this October, notably posting a 3.50 ERA over 29 regular-season starts. In his only postseason outing against the Cleveland Guardians during the ALCS, he allowed two runs on three hits while striking out three. Gil last faced the Dodgers in June, giving up three runs across 5.2 innings.
On the other hand, the Dodgers will use a bullpen strategy for Game 4.
The game will be broadcast on Fox and available for streaming on FoxSports.com and the Fox Sports app.
The remaining World Series schedule includes:
Game 4: Dodgers at Yankees, Oct. 29, 5:08 p.m. PT
Game 5*: Dodgers at Yankees, Oct. 30, 5:08 p.m. PT
Game 6*: Yankees at Dodgers, Nov. 1, 5:08 p.m. PT
Game 7*: Yankees at Dodgers, Nov. 2, 5:08 p.m. PT
The Dodgers aim to become the 22nd team in history to sweep the World Series. The last sweep occurred in 2012 when the Giants triumphed over the Tigers.
Historically, only one team has emerged victorious after being down 3-0 in a playoff series—the 2004 Boston Red Sox, who rebounded against the Yankees in the ALCS before claiming their first championship in 86 years.
The Dodgers are on the cusp of their second title in five years, having last won the World Series in 2020 during the pandemic-shortened season. Their last full-season championship dates back to 1988.
In related news, Shohei Ohtani recently clarified the situation surrounding his attire during Game 3, explaining the reason for holding his jersey while running the bases.