What happened: Los Angeles and Cincinnati are set for an afternoon game on MLB Network. The game remains 0-0 before first pitch.
Why it matters: The Los Angeles Dodgers enter with a 5-1 series lead. That leaves Cincinnati trying to cut the margin while Los Angeles looks to hold it where it stands.
By the numbers: Series state entering the game: Los Angeles Dodgers 5, Cincinnati Reds 1. Scheduled score: Los Angeles Dodgers 0, Cincinnati Reds 0.
What to watch: Watch for first pitch and whether Cincinnati can chip away at the 5-1 series gap.