Los Angeles – In a decisive Game 4 of the National League Division Series, Andy Pages stepped up in the seventh inning with a full‑count, bases‑loaded single that put the Dodgers ahead for good. The hit turned a tight contest into a 4‑1 win over the Atlanta Braves, securing the series 3‑1 and sending Los Angeles to the National League Championship Series.
Pages’ clutch performance
Pages drove in two runs with the single, bringing home Teoscar Hernández and pinch‑runner Tommy Edman for a 3‑1 lead. Earlier, Dodgers right‑hander Tyler Glasnow, making his first start since September 24, limited Atlanta to one hit over 4 2/3 innings, though he issued five walks.
Key contributions from the roster
Max Muncy added a solo home run in the ninth inning, his 19th postseason homer, extending his franchise record. Michael Harris II singled off Glasnow’s first pitch, stole second, and later scored on a wild pitch that bounced off catcher Will Smith’s chest protector.
Atlanta’s offense struggled, committing 18 walks in the series without scoring a run. The Braves finished 1‑for‑23 with runners in scoring position, a testament to the Dodgers’ disciplined pitching and defense.
Managerial remarks
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised the recent acquisition of closer Edwin Díaz, noting his performance in the last two games as a reason for the move. “He’s one of the great closers in the game,” Roberts said. Díaz, returning from elbow surgery and a neck injury, earned his second save of the series, reinforcing his role as the team’s closer.
Braves manager Walt Weiss acknowledged the Dodgers’ consistency, saying, “They’re going for their third straight world championship for a reason. Their arms just keep coming at you.” He added that postseason baseball is inherently unpredictable.
Injury updates
Dodgers second baseman Miguel Rojas was held out with lower‑back soreness and will not be available off the bench. Atlanta’s Ronald Acuña Jr. started in right field despite recent right‑knee soreness that had him listed as a designated hitter the day before.
Los Angeles left‑fielder Teoscar Hernández collided with the left‑field wall while attempting a catch, briefly consulting an athletic trainer before remaining in the game.
Looking ahead
The Dodgers now turn their attention to the National League Championship Series, where they will face either the Milwaukee Brewers or the San Diego Padres in Game 1 on Sunday.
Andy Pages reflected on his performance, “I’ve been preparing all series for a moment like that, give myself an opportunity, get a good pitch to hit. And luckily I was able to put a good swing on a pitch.” His timely hit not only secured the series but also marked a personal turnaround after a challenging postseason the previous year.
Original reporting: KSAT Sports (San Antonio) — read the source article.
