Dodgers 2B Hyeseong Kims 6-word mindset on final play vs. Phillies

Published: Friday, October 10, 2025 at 5:14 am

Dodgers Advance to NLCS After Walk-Off Victory Over Phillies

Los Angeles, CA - The Los Angeles Dodgers secured their spot in the National League Championship Series (NLCS) Thursday night, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in a hard-fought 2-1 victory. The game, a back-and-forth battle that extended into the 11th inning, culminated in a dramatic walk-off finish.

The decisive moment arrived when a fielding error by Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering allowed Dodgers runner Hyeseong Kim to score the winning run. Kim, a 26-year-old Korean international in his first year of major league baseball, was running for Tommy Edman after he got a hit with one out in the inning. Kim, who had been on the bench for most of the game, was thrust into a high-pressure situation. He admitted to battling nerves, even missing home plate initially.

The Dodgers' victory highlights their depth and ability to rely on players who step up in crucial moments. While the team boasts several star players, their success is also attributed to the contributions of role players who shine when given the opportunity. The Dodgers' ability to leverage their entire roster has been a key factor in their success over the past decade.

The Dodgers will now have an extra day of rest before the NLCS, as the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers series went to a fifth game.

BNN's Perspective: The Dodgers' win underscores the importance of both star power and team depth in the postseason. While individual brilliance can certainly carry a team, the ability to rely on contributions from the entire roster, as demonstrated by the Dodgers, is often the deciding factor in a championship run.

Keywords: Dodgers, Phillies, NLCS, Hyeseong Kim, walk-off, error, baseball, postseason, victory, MLB, Dave Roberts, Orion Kerkering, Tommy Edman, Andy Pages, Kike Hernandez

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