The Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves in a precarious situation, down 2-0 in the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers. As the series resumes tonight in Los Angeles, all eyes are on Shohei Ohtani, who will remain in the lineup despite his recent struggles.

Tonight's game at Dodger Stadium is set for 8 p.m. ET and features favorable weather with winds at 9 mph. The Dodgers are favorites at -185, attracting 73% of the handle and 76% of the bets, while the Over 7.5 sees 88% of the handle and 64% of bets. The series line stands at Milwaukee -285 and Los Angeles +235.

The Dodgers have a tough history to overcome, as 36 of the past 38 teams facing a 2-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series were eliminated. They have rallied in the past, notably from 2-1 down in the 2024 NLDS and 3-2 in last year's World Series.

Ohtani, battling injuries, has not homered since August 18 and is hitting just .197 with a .629 OPS in his last 35 games. In the playoffs, he is 3-for-20 with seven strikeouts, prompting speculation about his place in the lineup. Manager Dave Roberts expressed confidence in Ohtani’s ability to contribute.

On the mound for the Dodgers is Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young winner with a 1.90 ERA this season. However, his injury history raises concerns about his performance. Snell has a solid playoff record, boasting a 3.23 ERA in 19 appearances.

The Brewers, on the other hand, have capitalized on their opportunities, going 6-for-15 with runners in scoring position in Game 2. Robert Gasser, starting for Milwaukee, has been effective lately, holding a 1.73 ERA over his last seven games. The matchup is critical, as the Dodgers aim to reclaim momentum in the series.