The Los Angeles Dodgers return to Southern California trailing 2-0 in the National League Championship Series as they prepare to face the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 on Wednesday. The matchup features left-handed pitcher Robert Gasser for Milwaukee and right-hander Blake Snell for Los Angeles, setting the stage for a potentially high-scoring contest.

Gasser has struggled against the Dodgers this season, posting an 0-2 record with a 5.91 earned run average across two starts. In 10 1/3 innings pitched, he has allowed seven earned runs, 12 hits, and three home runs. Despite holding Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hitless in six at-bats, Gasser has surrendered long balls to other key Los Angeles hitters including Toescar Hernandez, Andy Pages, and Tommy Edman. Ohtani’s status for Wednesday remains uncertain as he continues to navigate a prolonged slump and lingering injuries, though the Dodgers' lineup has demonstrated power without him.

The Dodgers will rely on Blake Snell, who has shown effectiveness when healthy but has struggled to pitch deep into games this postseason. Snell has averaged just four innings over his last five outings, including a challenging start in the Division Series against the Atlanta Braves when he issued five walks and required 90 pitches to complete 3 1/3 innings. Another early departure by Snell would place increased pressure on Los Angeles’ bullpen, which has been inconsistent this October aside from closer Edwin Diaz.

With concerns surrounding both starting pitchers and Milwaukee’s offense gaining momentum, the game is expected to feature ample scoring opportunities for both sides. The combination of shaky pitching and potent lineups increases the likelihood of a run-filled contest in this pivotal Game 3.