Dodgers Lose Game 4 to Yankees, 11-4

In Game 4 of the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers faced a challenging decision regarding their bullpen strategy against the New York Yankees, ultimately losing 11-4. Manager Dave Roberts opted to rest his top relief pitchers, focusing instead on using less experienced arms like Ben Casparius and Landon Knack to preserve his best relievers for potential future games. This decision came after the Dodgers had already secured a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, allowing him to prioritize long-term success over an immediate victory. Despite falling behind 5-2 early, Roberts expressed confidence in his team's position, stating, 'We're still in a pretty good spot.' With Game 5 approaching, the Dodgers look to leverage their rested pitching staff, including anticipated starters Jack Flaherty and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, in hopes of clinching the championship. The approach, while risky, could enhance their chances in the upcoming games.