Dodgers: Five Players Crucial for a Successful Postseason

The often injured southpaw has once again proven that the Dodgers invested in the right guy back in 2012. Ryu was brought to the United States for a reason and when he is healthy the reason is obvious: he is untouchable.

In 76.1 innings, Ryu has worked his way to a 2.00 ERA, a 1.009 WHIP, a 2.4 WAR and most

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impressive a 194 ERA+.

Ryu has been dominant in almost every start and had he stayed healthy all year, we would have been looking at a potential Cy Young candidate.

For Ryu and the Dodgers, the key to success will be to keep pitching the way he has. The Dodgers would like to be able to put Ryu on the mound and know that they have a very good chance at capturing a win in that game. Ryu gives them that opportunity so long as he keeps this up.

Should he collapse, Dave Roberts will be forced to use the hook early and go to his bullpen a day either before or after the Dodgers will pitch Rich Hill who has had his fair share of inconsistencies this season.

So, Ryu will not only have to maintain his success into October but he will have to provide longevity and a quality start at a minimum to give his team a chance to win his game and the one on the following day.