Who’s hot and who’s not as Dodgers prepare for the postseason

Several Los Angeles Dodgers players are showing contrasting form as the team prepares for the National League Division Series. Right fielder Kyle Tucker rebounded from a prolonged slump to post an .889 OPS in September after adjusting his swing path. Meanwhile, Andy Pages homered twice in the regular season's final series, and relievers Edwin Díaz and Edgardo Henriquez are finishing strong and expected to play key bullpen roles.

Conversely, first baseman Freddie Freeman struggled down the stretch, batting just .184 in September while navigating right knee tendinitis. Designated hitter Shohei Ohtani went five for 21 following his return from the injured list, though manager Dave Roberts expressed confidence regarding Ohtani's physical health heading into the postseason bye week.