Dodgers Closer Tanner Scott's Post-All-Star Struggles Raise Playoff Concerns

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tanner Scott, a $72 million bullpen acquisition, has become a significant liability as the playoffs approach. Since the All-Star break, Scott holds an 8.18 ERA, contributing to the Dodgers' bullpen ranking fifth-worst in MLB since September with a 5.69 ERA. On September 24, he took a walk-off loss against the Arizona Diamondbacks, stumbling after six scoreless innings from Shohei Ohtani. Scott, along with Blake Treinen, has been credited with every Dodgers loss since September 4, highlighting a critical issue for the team's postseason aspirations.