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Ohtani Shifts to Leadoff Spot for Dodgers in NLCS Game 4
With the series on the line, Los Angeles turns to its star at the top of the order against Milwaukee.
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Lineup Adjustment Under Pressure
The Dodgers have placed Shohei Ohtani in the leadoff position for Game 4 of the National League Championship Series. The team trails 3-0 in the best-of-seven matchup and needs a win to extend its season against the Brewers.
Recent Batting Order Changes
Ohtani had dropped to sixth in the lineup for Game 3 after earlier playoff appearances in the fourth and fifth spots. His most recent leadoff duty against a left-handed starter came on Sept. 2. In the prior contest he reached base three times, including a 113.5-mph single, during a 6-2 defeat.
Manager Weighs Preparation and Production
The decision followed Ohtani's work late into the evening two days earlier and his improved at-bats the day before. The club believes those efforts give it the best chance to generate runs over five plate appearances in the elimination game.
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