The New York Yankees entered Game 2 of the World Series needing Carlos Rodon to step up and help level the series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. While Rodon started strong, keeping the Dodgers in check through two innings, things quickly unraveled. Dodgers shortstop Tommy Edman ignited the momentum with a solo home run in the second, setting off a barrage that would soon overwhelm Rodon.
However, in the end, the Yankees dropped their second straight game in the World Series, piling on the pressure for Carlos Rodon after another tough outing this season.
Dodgers take advantage of Carlos Rodon’s struggles
After Juan Soto briefly tied the game with his own solo homer in the top of the third, Carlos Rodon’s command faltered. Mookie Betts reached base with a single, and Teoscar Hernandez capitalized with a two-run shot to right-center, giving the Dodgers the lead. Freddie Freeman added insult to injury, blasting a back-to-back homer that extended the Dodgers’ lead to 4-1.
Carlos Rodon managed only 3.1 innings, giving up four runs on six hits—including three home runs—across 63 pitches. The Dodgers consistently found power, recording nine hard-hit balls (95+ mph exit velocity), highlighting the Yankees’ struggle to contain LA’s potent offense and forcing New York to lean on their bullpen earlier than planned.
Yankees fans frustrated, question Carlos Rodon’s future
Following a crushing loss in Game 1, the Yankees needed Rodon to steady the ship in Game 2. But his early exit left Yankees fans voicing their frustration, many calling for his departure next season. Carlos Rodon, brought over from the Giants in December 2022 with high expectations, has had flashes of brilliance this year but has been marked by inconsistency—a point of contention in a critical World Series moment.
Yankees’ rotation advantage unraveled
The Yankees’ rotation, expected to be an advantage in this series, has yet to meet the mark. With New York now facing an 0-2 deficit, they’ll look to Clarke Schmidt in Game 3, potentially followed by Gerrit Cole on short rest as the team fights to turn the tide.
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