bullpen

At six innings per game, that’s no more than 120 innings through the regular season, leaving the top five fresh for October, a rested bullpen, and Walker taking the ball when it matters most.

Thanks to a deep bullpen and potent lineup, it was still enough for the Dodgers to win the World Series.

He is Dave Roberts, and there’s very few managers walking this earth who could have matched his deft handling of all the October bullpen games and injuries and intrigue.

His anticipated absence to start next season highlights the Dodgers’ need to bolster their bullpen this offseason.

When Herbert switched to first base, Oregon coaches also returned to watch him throw in the bullpen.