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Mookie Betts’ Game-Saving Call Cements Shortstop Breakthrough as Dodgers Go Up 2-0

A ninth-inning 'wheel play' he called in Game 2 showcased his infield command with the Dodgers leading the series 2-0.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 15: Walker Buehler #31 of the Philadelphia Phillies watches a video in acknowledgement of his 2024 World Series while with the Los Angeles Dodgers before a game at Dodger Stadium on September 15, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Mookie Betts #50 of the Los Angeles Dodgers throws to first base against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning in game one of the National League Wild Card Series at Dodger Stadium on September 30, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Betts initiated and executed the decisive wheel play in the ninth to preserve Los Angeles’ 4-3 win in NLDS Game 2 in Philadelphia.
  • The Dodgers return to Dodger Stadium for Game 3 with a chance to complete a sweep of the Phillies.
  • In his first full season at shortstop, Betts led MLB shortstops with 17 defensive runs saved.
  • Betts credited veteran Miguel Rojas for guiding his transition, while manager Dave Roberts lauded his game IQ and infield leadership.
  • After a midseason slump tied to a spring illness, Betts finished with a .317/.376/.516 stretch over his last 47 games and is 7-for-18 this postseason, drawing praise from former teammate Walker Buehler.