The New York Yankees were staring down a historic World Series sweep, trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 in the best-of-seven series. However, Game 4 unfolded differently, with an 11-4 win at Yankee Stadium, where the Bronx Bombers fought to avoid their first World Series sweep since 1976.
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ROAD TO GAME 5
Tim Mayza closed out Game 4 with a scoreless ninth inning, securing the Yankees’ 11-4 win and forcing a crucial Game 5. With Gerrit Cole taking the mound on Wednesday, the series is primed for a shift in momentum as the Yankees push to seize control and turn the tide in their favor.
Torres shines in pivotal eighth-inning rally!
During the final game, Gleyber Torres hit a three-run homer, bringing the score to 10-4, followed by an RBI from Aaron Judge, extending the lead to 11-4 for the Bronx Bombers.
Austin Wells sends one deep!
Returning to the lineup, Austin Wells crushes a leadoff homer in the sixth inning, launching a 384-foot shot into the second deck in right field. Yankees lead 6-4.
Dodgers close the gap
However, the Dodgers rallied in the fifth with a solo run scored by Will Smith to narrow the gap to 5-4, keeping the tension high as both teams press on.
Anthony Volpe’s Grand Slam propels Yankees to first lead in Game 4
Anthony Volpe seized the spotlight in Game 4 with a towering line-drive grand slam that electrified the crowd and handed the Yankees a 5-2 lead over the Dodgers. The blast marked a significant moment—not just as the team’s first lead since the 10th inning of Game 1, but as a milestone for Volpe, a lifelong Yankees fan living his dream on the grandest stage.
The dramatic swing unfolded in the bottom of the fourth inning, with the Yankees trailing by one and the bases loaded. With fans on the edge of their seats, Volpe connected perfectly, sending the ball screaming into the left-field seats. As the young infielder rounded the bases, he was met with thunderous cheers from the Bronx faithful, who could sense the momentum shifting in their favor.
Volpe’s grand slam is just the latest highlight in what has been a breakout postseason for the Yankees’ rookie. Known for his defensive skills and base-running acumen, Volpe has increasingly shown power at the plate, stepping up in critical moments and delivering for his team. The significance of his homer runs deeper than the scoreboard; it’s a testament to his growth and his ability to rise to the occasion under pressure.
With the Yankees now in the lead, fans are hopeful that Volpe’s homer will be a turning point in the World Series. As the game unfolds, Volpe’s powerful swing stands as a symbol of the Yankees’ resilience and the potential of this young core. For Volpe, it’s not just another big hit—it’s a moment that cements his place in Yankees lore, showing the world that this team, backed by rising stars, is capable of capturing the ultimate prize.
Chaos in the stands
A surprising moment unfolded in the first inning of Game 4 when a Yankees fan grabbed the ball straight out of Mookie Betts’ glove after the Dodgers’ star outfielder made a catch in foul territory near the right-field stands. Betts had secured the ball from a foul pop-up by Gleyber Torres, but as he extended his glove toward the crowd, a fan reached over, snatching the ball directly from his hand in an unexpected twist that left fans and players stunned.
The incident created an immediate stir in the stands, with Yankees and Dodgers fans alike reacting in disbelief. Betts, momentarily thrown off by the fan’s bold move, kept his composure but exchanged a look of mild frustration and surprise as he turned back toward the field. The umpires quickly intervened, ruling Torres out as Betts had clearly made the catch, but the fan’s interference added an unusual layer of drama to the start of the game.
Such fan interactions have become rare, as stadiums enforce strict guidelines to prevent disruptions like this. Yet, this moment highlighted the intensity of a Yankees home crowd hungry for a World Series victory, where even fans were willing to risk a close encounter with one of the league’s premier players. Despite the unnecessary fan interference, the play held, and the Dodgers maintained their early momentum. The exchange set a charged atmosphere, reminding everyone of the stakes in this pivotal game and how emotions can overflow in the heat of October baseball.
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Pre-Game
- Game Time: First pitch at 8:08 p.m. ET, Tuesday
- Location: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York
- Date: Tuesday, Oct. 29
- TV: FOX
- Streaming: Available on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Dodgers Lineup for Game 4
- DH: Shohei Ohtani (L)
- RF: Mookie Betts (R)
- 1B: Freddie Freeman (L)
- LF: Teoscar Hernández (R)
- 3B: Max Muncy (L)
- CF: Enrique Hernández (R)
- 2B: Gavin Lux (L)
- C: Will Smith (R)
- SS: Tommy Edman (S)
Yankees Lineup for Game 4
- 2B: Gleyber Torres (R)
- RF: Juan Soto (L)
- CF: Aaron Judge (R)
- 3B: Jazz Chisholm Jr. (L)
- DH: Giancarlo Stanton (R)
- 1B: Anthony Rizzo (L)
- SS: Anthony Volpe (R)
- C: Austin Wells (L)
- LF: Alex Verdugo (L)
Yankees adjust lineup for Game 4
Aaron Boone has made some changes in the lineup for Game 4, shifting Jazz Chisholm Jr. to the cleanup spot and moving Giancarlo Stanton to fifth, hoping to counter the Dodgers’ bullpen strategy. Boone considered altering Aaron Judge’s position but ultimately kept him in the No. 3 spot, confident his star will deliver in this crucial game.
Yankees rely on Rookie Luis Gil
Rookie pitcher Luis Gil will start for the Yankees in this must-win game. Gil has shown he can perform under pressure, but his control issues could pose a risk against the Dodgers’ disciplined approach.
The Dodgers will go with a bullpen game for Game 4, showcasing their depth. Walker Buehler’s Game 3 performance set a high bar, underscoring the Dodgers’ pitching dominance in the series.
Anticipated Performances and Ceremonies
Adding to the occasion, Grammy-winner Ashanti is set to sing the national anthem, and Yankees legend Paul O’Neill will throw the ceremonial first pitch, following Derek Jeter’s appearance in Game 3.
While the Dodgers hold a commanding lead, Yankees fans cling to hope, remembering the Boston Red Sox’s improbable comeback in 2004. Still, with the Dodgers surging and Freeman making history, the Yankees face an uphill battle to keep the series alive.
Catch Game 4 at 8:08 p.m. ET on Fox to see if the Dodgers secure their eighth franchise title or if the Yankees manage to stave off elimination.
