The Dodgers had Game 2 of the National League Division Series until they didn’t, and right at a point when it looked like the Phillies’ ultimate comeback was inevitable, the Dodgers got a lifeline thanks to some quick thinking and terrific defense.

“It was a lot tougher — they made it look easier than it was,” manager Dave Roberts told reporters in Philadelphia, as shown on SportsNet LA. “For me, that was really our only chance, really, to win the game in that moment.”

The moment in question came after all three batters against Blake Treinen reached base, including Nick Castellanos, whose two-run double brought the Phillies to within 4-3, and he stood in scoring position with nobody out in the ninth inning.

Alex Vesia came into the game, and was immediately greeted by a bunt from Bryson

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