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As Dodgers grapple with the end of a dynasty, questions abound for Shohei Ohtani, free agency and the coming labor fight

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ three-year dynasty abruptly hit a wall this postseason, as a dominant run of back-to-back World Series titles ended with a shocking four-game sweep by the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series. The loss marks the first time since 2023 that the Dodgers will miss the Fall Classic, leaving their future in flux as the team enters a critical offseason.

Central to their struggles was Shohei Ohtani, whose season unraveled due to persistent injuries—including issues with his left knee and right biceps—that sidelined him in the second half and playoffs, rendering him ineffective at the plate. With Ohtani’s health uncertain and the team’s core aging, the Dodgers now face tough decisions about their roster, including whether to retain key players amid potential labor disputes and free agency battles.

The sweep also exposed questions about the team’s competitiveness moving forward, as the Brewers’ relentless performance highlighted gaps in Los Angeles’ once-formidable lineup and pitching staff.

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