The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 in Game 3 of the NLDS at Truist Park, taking a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series. Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivers another strong postseason start, out-dueling Chris Sale while recording 10 strikeouts. Multiple outlets highlight Yamamoto’s ability to limit damage through the early-to-mid innings and keep the Dodgers in control.
The game also features key offense from the Dodgers. Fox News and Yahoo Sports report that Los Angeles hits two home runs off Sale, described as the Dodgers’ best output against him this season. CBS Sports previews frame the matchup as a tight, “first-to-a-run” type of contest given Sale’s reputation and prior form.
Several reports emphasize the late-game approach after the Dodgers take and protect their lead. Fox News says Dave Roberts brings in Edwin Díaz to close out the final outs, completing a win that puts the Dodgers one step closer to advancing. Other commentary focuses on Yamamoto’s history in elimination games and the stakes of outpitching an “ace” in a postseason setting.
