Max Muncy’s bases-loaded blast in Game 1 of the NLCS nearly cleared the yard, but Sal Frelick’s leap and a ball that bounced off the wall kept it live and sparked an improbable 8-6-2 inning-ending double play that preserved a Dodgers lead.

Contreras, after recognizing the live ball, executed a sharp sequence to force two outs at home and third, sealing a wild frame. The 2-1 Dodgers win sets a tense mood for Milwaukee as the series moves forward.

Blake Snell hurled eight flawless innings in Game 1 of the NLCS, allowing just one hit (Caleb Durbin’s third-inning single), no walks, and 10 punchouts over 103 pitches. He faced the minimum 24 batters through eight frames, then the Dodgers barely pulled through 2-1 as Freeman homered and Betts provided steady run support. The performance drew immediate comparisons to Sandy Koufax and underscored L.A.’s dominant rotation in a postseason classic.

NLCS Game 1 delivered a jaw-dropping defensive moment: Sal Frelick’s glove redirected a near-grand slam, and the ball wasn’t ruled a catch. Teoscar Hernandez was forced at home and William Contreras tagged Will Smith to complete an 8-6-2 double play, keeping the fourth inning scoreless and fueling Milwaukee’s crowd.

The sequence underscored October’s razor-thin margins and gave Frelick a viral highlight that could spark Milwaukee’s defense and small-ball chances as the Dodgers loom. Fantasy managers should monitor Frelick’s ongoing speed and Contreras’ defensive impact in the coming games.