Los Angeles Dodgers face offensive slumps ahead of postseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers are experiencing a period of inconsistency and offensive slumps as the postseason approaches. Broadcasters Joe Davis and Orel Hershiser noted a recurring summer dip in performance, highlighting a high rate of double plays as a specific struggle for the team.

Slugger Kyle Tucker has been a focal point of these struggles. Despite signing a four-year, $240 million contract in the offseason, Tucker is enduring the worst season of his career, hitting .226 with 12 home runs and 59 RBIs through 133 games. While there has been speculation regarding whether the team might bench him during the playoffs, manager Dave Roberts stated he hopes not to, noting that the team is at its best with Tucker in the lineup.