Dodgers Dominate: Key Moments and Heroes from NLCS Game 2

Heart-Pounding NLCS Action

For the second consecutive night, the Los Angeles Dodgers showcased the power of their pitching staff, clinching a commanding National League Championship Series (NLCS) victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. This time, it was Yoshinobu Yamamoto's complete-game gem that put L.A. in a strong position, moving just two wins away from a return to the World Series.

The Dodgers are not just winning; they're asserting their dominance. In this pivotal NLCS Game 2, they've secured themselves a firm grip on the series with a 2-0 lead.

Takeaways from Game 2

Dodgers 5, Brewers 1

Series Lead: L.A. leads 2-0

• It was over when: The Dodgers fired up their offense with two runs in the second inning, courtesy of Teoscar Hernandez's home run and Andy Pages' RBI double. The Dodgers' pitching? A fortress! They've given up just one run and four hits across two games, registering an impressive ERA of 0.53.

-- Bradford Doolittle

• Game 2 Star: Yamamoto's complete-game show was nothing short of extraordinary. The Brewers struggled to threaten him throughout the game, a real testament to the Dodgers' pitching prowess.

-- Doolittle

• The postgame vibe: The Brewers' manager, Pat Murphy, voiced his frustration, noting his team might have witnessed the best two-game pitching display against them all season. The pitchers brought out the worst in his team, forcing them to chase pitches they'd usually handle with ease.

What's Next for This Series?

With Tyler Glasnow and Shohei Ohtani lined up for the next two games at home for the Dodgers, the Brewers face a daunting challenge. The experience and skill of the Dodgers' roster casts a shadow of doubt on Milwaukee's chances as they head to Dodger Stadium.

-- Jesse Rogers

Highlight Reel: Game 2 Moments

1. Ohtani's RBI Single: It was electrifying when Shohei Ohtani extended the Dodgers' lead with a slick RBI single. Check out this moment on Twitter:

Shohei Ohtani extends the Dodgers lead! #NLCS pic.twitter.com/yPksuiw557

— MLB (@MLB) October 15, 2025

2. Max Muncy's Clutch Drive: Max Muncy's performance added further fuel to L.A.'s offensive fire, a hit that was just enough to bolster their lead:

Max Muncy got just enough #NLCS https://t.co/ayn3zqzIms pic.twitter.com/Bv02aaeIgv

— MLB (@MLB) October 15, 2025

3. Game Momentum Shift: The second run of the inning came from an impressive play by Andy Pages. Witness the excitement as the Dodgers take their first lead of the game:

Andy Pages drives in the second @Dodgers run of the inning! #NLCS pic.twitter.com/PcRzInEX5m

— MLB (@MLB) October 15, 2025

4. Teoscar Hernandez's Moment: In a show of fierce competition, Teoscar answered with a blast of his own:

GAME TWO TEO #NLCS pic.twitter.com/dEZyCDtXJp

— MLB (@MLB) October 15, 2025

5. The Brewers Strike First: Jackson Chourio lit a fire under the crowd with a leadoff home run:

JACKSON CHOURIO LEADOFF BLAST! #NLCS pic.twitter.com/gi7YrJHXpo

— MLB (@MLB) October 15, 2025

Looking Ahead

As we gear up for games in L.A., all signs point toward a high-stakes battle. The pressure now sits squarely on the Brewers as they attempt to overcome the formidable Dodgers in a stadium that amplifies the intensity of playoff baseball. Will they find their rhythm, or will the Dodgers continue their path to the World Series? Only time will tell!