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Yankees Deliver Crucial Win in Game 4, Dodgers Lead World Series 3-1 as Series Heads into Game 5

The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the World Series against the New York Yankees 3-1, with the Yankees delivering a crucial win in Game 4. New York's offense finally came alive to keep the series going. Star pitchers Gerrit Cole and Jack Flaherty are set to start Game 5 at 8:08 P.M. EST. The Yankees are the betting favorite, opening at -143 and currently at -142.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers +128 | Yankees -142
• Spread: Dodgers +1.5 (-155) | Yankees -1.5 (+138)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 59%.

Los Angeles vs New York Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are leading the World Series 3-1 against the New York Yankees, but suffered an 11-4 loss in Game 4 on Tuesday. Despite a strong start with a two-run home run from Freddie Freeman, the Dodgers struggled with poor pitching. They rested their top arms for Game 5, with Jack Flaherty taking the mound. Flaherty has shown inconsistency in the postseason, with the ability to dominate but also being vulnerable to strong lineups. The Dodgers offense is led by Tommy Edman, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman, with a collective batting average of .239 in the postseason. The team is ranked 2nd in offense, 13th in defense, and have a 108-69 record for the season.

New York Yankees Analysis

In Game 4 of the World Series, the Yankees managed to stay alive by defeating the Dodgers 11-4 with their offense finally coming alive. Despite the Dodgers taking an early 2-0 lead, a grand slam by Anthony Volpe in the third inning helped the Yankees secure a lead. The Yankees relief pitching held off the Dodgers, and a three-run homer in the eighth inning sealed the win. Gerrit Cole will start Game 5 for the Yankees, with a solid record in both the regular season and postseason. The Yankees have a .227 batting average in the postseason, with Juan Soto leading the team at .319. Giancarlo Stanton has 14 RBIs and six home runs. The Yankees have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked #3 in offense, averaging 4.97 runs per game. In their last 3 matchups, Los Angeles went 1-2 against New York.

Yankees Show Offensive Surge Despite Dodgers' Resilience - Dodgers Poised to Win World Series

The Yankees displayed a significant improvement in their offense during Tuesday night's game, which was crucial given their recent struggles. Despite the Dodgers managing to stay competitive until the final two innings, the Yankees were able to maintain their power hitting performance. However, based on historical trends, teams trailing 3-0 in the World Series have never successfully forced a Game 6, much less a Game 7, and emerged victorious. This reinforces my confidence in the Dodgers closing out the series and securing the title. Considering these factors, I suggest taking the Dodgers to cover in the upcoming games.

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