Dodgers’ Yamamoto Faces Brewers’ Henderson in NLCS Game 2
Yamamoto starts for Dodgers as Brewers seek revenge in NLCS Game 2 against rookie Henderson. Milwaukee takes 2-0 series lead.
POLICY WIRE — Milwaukee, United States — The Los Angeles Dodgers face a tough challenge as they prepare for Game 2 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. After a 2-1 loss in Game 1 at American Family Field, the Dodgers will rely on pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto to turn the tide in Game 2.
Yamamoto, who started Game 2 last year as well, will take the mound again against rookie right-hander Logan Henderson. The Brewers are looking to avenge their 2025 NLCS sweep by the Dodgers and have already taken a commanding 2-0 lead in this year’s series after a strong performance in Game 2.
The Brewers’ bullpen proved dominant, throwing five perfect innings in a 7-4 victory that extended their advantage. Meanwhile, the Dodgers struggled to find consistency against Milwaukee’s pitching, with the Brewers’ defense playing a key role in securing the win. The series now shifts to Los Angeles, where the Dodgers will aim to regroup and fight back.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
