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MLB·ANALYSIS·October 4, 2026 09:42 PM ET

Roberts says Snell fought himself, outlines Game 2 bullpen plan

Freeman tied it 1-1 in the fourth on 375-foot homer

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 46m1 min read
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“He was fighting himself all game.” Before Freddie Freeman’s game-tying solo home run, Dave Roberts spoke with @Ken_Ros Via @MLBONFOX on X

What happened: Dave Roberts joined Ken Rosenthal for an in-game interview before the fourth-inning tying homer. He said Blake Snell was fighting himself during the outing. He discussed how the bullpen would be deployed the rest of the way.

Why it matters: Starter efficiency in Game 2 shapes relief availability for the rest of the series. Freeman's tying drive reset the score to 1-1 before those relief decisions.

By the numbers: Snell was at 64 pitches through three innings with his side down 1-0. Freeman's fourth-inning drive traveled 375 feet to right to tie it 1-1.

What to watch: Watch when Snell exits and which relievers get the first call. Watch how that usage affects coverage for the next game.

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