The Los Angeles Dodgers may have clinched a postseason berth with relative ease, but they are playing with fire as they embark on their quest to defend their 2024 World Series title.
Los Angeles' reliance on pitchers with injury histories could lead to a lack of depth in the rotation during the playoffs. The bullpen has shown inconsistency, and injuries to key relievers have only exacerbated the issue.
Injuries and performance issues among key position players could lead to lapses in critical playoff moments, and significant financial commitments to certain players will only magnify any struggles by those players in the postseason.