The New York Yankees have secured their place in the World Series after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Championship Series. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to clinch the National League pennant against the New York Mets, utilizing a bullpen game strategy due to injuries among their starting pitchers.

This postseason has seen relievers throwing more innings than starters, a trend that reflects a shift in pitching strategies. The Dodgers will employ their third bullpen game of the playoffs, relying on a mix of relievers to navigate through the game.

Interestingly, while the focus is on the Dodgers, other teams like the Guardians and Mets have also leaned heavily on their bullpens, indicating a broader trend in modern baseball.