Bill Plaschke: Dodgers' trade gamble could backfire
LOS ANGELES_The muscle is blinding. The power is inspiring.
The deal for mashing Manny Machado was followed by a deal for slugging Brian Dozier on Tuesday, and the Dodgers trade deadline tinkering resulted in a batting order that is World Series worthy.
"We're looking good, man," marveled Kenley Jansen.
Yeah, well, until you really look.
In attempting to put the finishing touches on a complete October team, the Dodgers only got it half right.
They're thick in the chest but frail at the knees. They're powerful early but vulnerable late. They can absolutely crush, but it is far more uncertain whether they can close.
Great job
