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Roberts Considers Lineup Shake-Up for Crucial Game 5

10/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Dave Roberts, Dodgers manager, weighs lineup changes for Game 5 after a 6-2 loss tied the World Series 2-2.
The Dodgers have hit .214 overall and .207 with runners in scoring position, with Mookie Betts and Andy Pages among underperformers.
Roberts is considering Miguel Rojas or Alex Call to spark the lineup.
Game 5 is set for 5 PM PST at Dodger Stadium, a key swing for their title defense.

History

Historical Context

The 1988 World Series marked a historic clash between the underdog Los Angeles Dodgers and the favored Oakland Athletics. The Dodgers triumphed in five games, highlighted by Kirk Gibson's legendary pinch-hit home run in Game 1, which energized the team and shattered the A's confidence. This victory secured the Dodgers' sixth championship, their first since 1981, and underscored their resilience in a decade of competitive baseball.

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Story summary

Dave Roberts, Dodgers manager, weighs lineup changes for Game 5 after a 6-2 loss tied the World Series 2-2.
The Dodgers have hit .214 overall and .207 with runners in scoring position, with Mookie Betts and Andy Pages among underperformers.
Roberts is considering Miguel Rojas or Alex Call to spark the lineup.
Game 5 is set for 5 PM PST at Dodger Stadium, a key swing for their title defense.

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