Braves Struggle Against Dodgers in NLDS with Historic Low Batting Average

The Los Angeles Dodgers dominated the Atlanta Braves during the National League Division Series, securing their place in the Championship Series. Atlanta struggled significantly with runners in scoring position, achieving only one hit in 23 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .043.

This performance marks the second-lowest batting average with runners in scoring position in postseason history, only surpassed by the Dodgers' own record in the 1966 World Series. Overall, Atlanta's batting average against Los Angeles was just .145, averaging two runs per game throughout the series.

Dodgers pitchers showcased their strength, striking out 39 Braves batters over 36 innings. This stark contrast to the Braves' regular-season success against the Dodgers, where they won five of six games, highlights the challenges of postseason play, where teams face the best pitching from their opponents.