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2017 NLCS Video: Dodgers Celebrate Clinching NL Pennant, Reaching World Series

Matthew Moreno
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Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs in Game 5 of the National League Championship Series to advance to the World Series for the first time since 1988. The NL pennant is the Dodgers’ 22nd, which trails only the San Francisco Giants (23) for most in the league’s history.

Even without Corey Seager, who was left off the NLCS roster because of a lower back sprain, the Dodgers buzzed their way through a rematch of last year’s tilt for the NL title. A disciplined approach at the plate, timely hitting, and strong performance from the bullpen overwhelmed the defending champions.

It culminated in an 11-1 victory at Wrigley Field, buoyed by three home runs from Kiké Hernandez, one of which was a grand slam, and six efficient innings from Clayton Kershaw.

Prior to beginning a fifth consecutive postseason run, the Dodgers gathered around the mound at Dodger Stadium at the conclusion of a workout. An emphasis was put on enjoying the moment while remaining focused on the task at hand.

With three celebrations in the books, here’s a compilation of the top highlights from the Dodgers clinching the NL pennant.

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By Matthew Moreno
Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com