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"Debuting Dodgers' Right-Handed Pitcher Ben Casparius to Begin Crucial Game for Series Victory"

'Newcomer Pitcher Ben Casparius of the Dodgers to Begin Possible Series Decider'

The Los Angeles Dodgers will rely on rookie right-hander Ben Casparius to start Game 4 against the New York Yankees on Tuesday night, as they hold a commanding lead in the World Series.

With a 3-0 advantage in the series, the Dodgers are in a position to complete a sweep and secure their first title since 2020. This would also be their first championship after a full 162-game season since 1988.

Casparius, who is 25 years old, only has three regular-season games under his belt. However, he has impressed with a 2-0 record and a 2.16 ERA in 8 1/3 innings since August 31. He has also made three appearances in the playoffs, earning a win and not allowing any runs in 4 1/3 innings.

Tuesday's game will mark the Dodgers' fourth bullpen game of the postseason, with a record of 2-1 in those games. Due to injuries, they entered the playoffs with only three healthy starters: Jack Flaherty, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Walker Buehler.

Their most recent bullpen game was in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series against the New York Mets, where they secured a 10-5 victory and a spot in the World Series. Casparius played a crucial role in that game, pitching 1 1/3 scoreless innings and earning the win.

Right-hander Ryan Brasier has started two bullpen games for the Dodgers in the playoffs, while right-hander Michael Kopech has started the other.

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