The Dodgers have won five consecutive NL West division titles, so the thought of winning the division and making the playoffs seemed like a formality. After injuries to Justin Turner and now Corey Seager gone for the season, the playoffs are no longer a sure thing for the Dodgers. Players struggled to get going in April and so did Manager Dave Roberts.
Dave Roberts has always had his critics dating back to last years post-season, and up until this year, I have defended Roberts. After the April that Roberts just had, I can no longer defend him as I used to.