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LA Dodgers on course to achieve feat not seen in 25 years

Dodgers fans leave happy after wild card series win
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers, defending World Series champions, swept the Cincinnati Reds in the NL Wild Card Series, winning the second game 8-4.
  • The Dodgers are aiming to become the first team since New York Yankees 25 years ago to secure back-to-back championships, with manager Dave Roberts confident in their prospects.
  • Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to make his postseason pitching debut in Game 1 of the NL Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies, having also hit two home runs in the first game against the Reds.
  • Despite a shaky bullpen performance, the Dodgers' potent offence, highlighted by Mookie Betts' improved form and a combined 28 hits against the Reds, ensured their victory.
  • The Dodgers will now advance to face the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL Division Series, which is set to begin on Saturday.
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