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Gavin Lux Faces Dodgers in NL Wild-Card Showdown

10/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Gavin Lux returns to the MLB playoffs with the Cincinnati Reds on Sept. 28, 2025.
Lux previously played for Los Angeles Dodgers, who awarded him a 2024 World Series ring in August.
He faces the Dodgers in the NL wild-card series starting Sept. 30.
This season, he posts a 724 OPS and splits time between designated hitter and left field.

History

Historical Context

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series in 1981, their first championship since 1965, featuring key players like Ron Cey and Steve Garvey. This victory set a foundation for the team's legacy, which continues to resonate in Major League Baseball. In 2025, Gavin Lux's return to the playoffs with the Cincinnati Reds against his former team highlights the enduring rivalries and player dynamics that shape the sport.

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Story summary

Gavin Lux returns to the MLB playoffs with the Cincinnati Reds on Sept. 28, 2025.
Lux previously played for Los Angeles Dodgers, who awarded him a 2024 World Series ring in August.
He faces the Dodgers in the NL wild-card series starting Sept. 30.
This season, he posts a 724 OPS and splits time between designated hitter and left field.

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