MLB: Dodgers barely hold on in 9th to beat Brewers in NLCS opener

MILWAUKEE — Blake Snell allowed only one baserunner in eight shutout innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers edged out the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Monday night.

Snell’s dominant performance set the tone for the Dodgers, who leaned on their bullpen to secure the tight victory. In a tense finish, Blake Treinen struck out Brice Turang with the bases loaded to end the game and preserve the win for Los Angeles.

Freddie Freeman made a key contribution with a clutch hit, helping the Dodgers take an early lead in the series and gain momentum as they look to advance to the World Series.

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