Dodgers Overhaul Lineup for World Series Game 5, Bench Betts and Pages

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Dodgers Overhaul Lineup for World Series Game 5, Bench Betts and Pages

The Los Angeles Dodgers are taking bold steps with their lineup for World Series Game 5. In a pivotal move, the team has benched Andy Pages and will start Alex Call in left field. Additionally, Kiké Hernandez is transitioning to center field.

In a further strategic adjustment, Will Smith has been elevated to the No. 2 spot in the batting order. Mookie Betts, previously in that position, has been moved down to the third spot. This marks the Dodgers’ first significant lineup alteration since the National League Division Series, as manager Dave Roberts seeks to energize his team ahead of an important matchup.

Dodgers Pitching Matchup

Game 5 features a rematch of the Game 1 pitching matchup. Dodgers’ left-hander Blake Snell will face off against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Trey Yesavage. Snell had a challenging Game 1 outing, surrendering five runs on eight hits, along with three walks and four strikeouts in five innings. In contrast, Yesavage allowed two runs on four hits, with three walks and five strikeouts across four innings.

Dodgers Game 5 Lineup

Here’s how the Dodgers will line up against the Blue Jays:

Shohei Ohtani, DH
Will Smith, C
Mookie Betts, SS
Freddie Freeman, 1B
Teoscar Hernandez, RF
Tommy Edman, 2B
Max Muncy, 3B
Kiké Hernandez, CF
Alex Call, LF

These adjustments reflect the Dodgers’ urgent effort to find offensive momentum in a critical game.

Viewing Information

Game 5 will take place on Wednesday, October 29, with the first pitch at 5 p.m. PT. The match will be broadcast live on Fox.

For fans without cable, the World Series is also accessible through various live TV streaming services such as DirecTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. Additionally, viewers can stream the games on Fox’s new platform, Fox One. Free trials for streaming services are available for those who prefer to test before subscribing.