The New York Mets struggled to defend their home turf at Citi Field during the National League Championship Series, suffering a lopsided defeat in Game 3 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers dominated the game with three home runs, including a towering shot from Shohei Ohtani, resulting in the Mets being shut out for the second time in the series.
Heading into Game 4, which is scheduled for 8:08 p.m. on Thursday, the Mets find themselves needing to rally after facing significant challenges throughout the 2024 season. Shortstop Francisco Lindor emphasized the importance of perseverance, stating, “Stay the course. Continue to compete. Come back tomorrow and give everything you have. They’re a really good team with a strong pitching staff and talented hitters. You have to give them everything you have, otherwise you’re not going to win.”
A potential boost for the Mets could come from pitcher Jose Quintana, who is set to take the mound in Game 4. During this postseason, Quintana pitched six scoreless innings in a crucial win against the Brewers and allowed just one unearned run in five innings during the NLDS versus the Phillies, where Lindor’s grand slam propelled the team forward.
As the Dodgers lead the best-of-seven NLCS series 2-1, they are keen on securing a commanding lead. The Mets, on the other hand, are looking to Quintana for a strong performance.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto had a mixed postseason debut, allowing five earned runs in three innings against the Padres but rebounded impressively by pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers’ series-clinching win. In his only prior appearance against the Mets, Yamamoto struck out nine batters in six innings but also surrendered four runs (three earned) in a no-decision.
Fans can look forward to timely updates and live analysis from NLCS Game 4 between the Mets and Dodgers:
Mets announce NLCS Game 4 lineup
Dodgers announce NLCS Game 4 lineup
Mets vs Dodgers NLCS Game 4 time today
Time: 8:08 p.m.
Location: Citi Field, Flushing, NY
What channel is Mets vs Dodgers NLCS Game 4 on today?
TV: FS1