On October 14, 2025, the Los Angeles Dodgers narrowly defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 2–1 in Game 1 of the 2025 NLCS, securing a small but crucial advantage in the National League Championship Series.
🏆 Game 1 Recap
The game featured a stellar performance from Blake Snell, who pitched 8 innings, allowed only one hit, no runners on base, and recorded 10 strikeouts. Snell’s pitching dominance was key in maintaining the Dodgers’ edge in this tightly contested matchup.
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Freddie Freeman opened the scoring for the Dodgers with a solo home run in the 6th inning, putting them up 1–0.
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Mookie Betts extended the lead in the 9th inning with a walk with the bases loaded.
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The Brewers attempted a late rally, cutting the score to 2–1 thanks to a sacrifice fly by Jackson Chourio, but the Dodgers held on thanks to a clutch save from Blake Treinen, ending the game.
This win gives the Dodgers a 1–0 lead in the series and a psychological advantage heading into Game 2 in Milwaukee.
🏟️ Game 2 Schedule and Projected Lineups (October 15, 2025)
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Date: October 15, 2025
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Venue: American Family Field, Milwaukee
Projected Lineup – Los Angeles Dodgers:
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C: Will Smith
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1B: Freddie Freeman
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2B: Gavin Lux
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SS: Trea Turner
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3B: Justin Turner
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LF: Cody Bellinger
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CF: Mookie Betts
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RF: Chris Taylor
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P: Julio UrĂas (projected)
Projected Lineup – Milwaukee Brewers:
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C: Omar Narváez
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1B: Rowdy Tellez
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2B: Kolten Wong
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SS: Willy Adames
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3B: Luis UrĂas
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LF: Christian Yelich
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CF: Lorenzo Cain
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RF: Hunter Renfroe
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P: Corbin Burnes (projected)
Game 2 promises a fierce battle between elite pitching and opportunistic offense, with both teams looking to exploit any weaknesses.
đź“ş How to Watch
The game will air on TBS, with streaming options available via DirecTV, Sling TV, Fubo, or through a VPN for viewers outside the broadcast region.
