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Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki took the mound in a high-pressure ninth inning, needing to protect a slim one-run lead. His prior postseason outings had varied, including two saves in the division series and a standout three perfect innings against the Phillies. In this game, Sasaki's command was evident early, firing a blazing 100 mph fastball that kept the Brewers at bay.
Despite some struggles in game one against the Brewers, Sasaki demonstrated his resilience with pinpoint control, especially against strong hitters like Andrew Vaughn. His ability to settle in was crucial as he faced a tense situation with runners on base and two outs. Sasaki's closing delivery effectively shut down the Brewers' hopes, culminating in his strikeout of Caleb Durban, sealing the Dodgers' victory.