In a thrilling Game 4 of the 2024 World Series, the New York Yankees avoided a sweep by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-4, thanks in part to Anthony Volpe’s go-ahead grand slam. This victory forces a Game 5 scheduled for Wednesday night. The Dodgers initially took the lead with Freddie Freeman hitting his sixth consecutive home run of the series, but Volpe’s redemption swing turned the tide for the Yankees.
Volpe’s grand slam was his first home run in over a month and only his second since August, igniting a comeback effort that was further supported by a strong performance from the New York bullpen. Luis Gil, the Yankees’ starting pitcher, only lasted four innings, but the bullpen closed out the game with five scoreless innings, securing the win.
A five-run rally in the eighth inning, highlighted by a three-run homer from Gleyber Torres, solidified the Yankees’ victory and set the stage for a pivotal Game 5 matchup between Gerrit Cole and Jack Flaherty.
Although the Yankees still face a 3-1 deficit in the World Series, their Game 4 triumph marks only the fourth instance in history where a team down 3-0 managed to win the following game. The team will aim to continue their winning momentum as they strive to become the first in World Series history to force a Game 6 after falling behind 3-0.
The series now shifts to Game 5 with high stakes and uncertain outcomes, as both teams prepare for a crucial battle on the road to the championship.
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