MLB playoffs: NLCS Game 6 matchups, live updates, analysis

On Saturday, the New York Yankees punched the first ticket to the World Series, beating the Cleveland Guardians in 10 innings. Now, the Los Angeles Dodgers will attempt to do the same, with a 3-2 advantage over the New York Mets and in their return to Dodger Stadium.

Will the Mets stay alive? Or will the Dodgers seal their spot in the Fall Classic?

We’ve got it all covered, from live updates and analysis during the games to takeaways after the final pitch and what’s next for each team.

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Live updates

Today’s matchup

* All times Eastern

New York Mets at Los Angeles Dodgers, 8:08 p.m.

Dodgers lead series 3-2

Pitching matchup: Sean Manaea (2-0, 2.65 ERA) vs. Michael Kopech (15 saves, 3.46 ERA)

Lineups

Mets

Francisco Lindor (S) SS
Brandon Nimmo (L) LF
Mark Vientos (R) 3B
Pete Alonso (R) 1B
Jesse Winker (L) DH
Starling Marte (R) RF
Tyrone Taylor (R) CF
Jeff McNeil (L) 2B
Francisco Alvarez (R) C

Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani (L) DH
Mookie Betts (R) RF
Teoscar Hernandez (R) LF
Tommy Edman (S) SS
Max Muncy (L) 1B
Enrique Hernandez (R) 3B
Andy Pages (R) CF
Will Smith (R) C
Chris Taylor (R) 2B