Could Long Layoffs be Hurting Dodgers Hitters?
Hall of Famer John Smoltz joined DP and broke down the Dodgers’ hitting woes, saying the team’s offense has gone cold after being carried by its pitching most of the postseason. Smoltz believes long layoffs after sweeps can disrupt a hitter’s rhythm, while praising Toronto’s resilience. He credited Blake Snell for settling down after a rough start and said Vladimir Guerrero has arrived as a superstar.