Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Makes MLB History With Rare Stat After NLDS Win vs. Braves

Key Points:

• Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto continued his postseason dominance by leading the team to a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of the National League Division Series, allowing just one run and one walk over seven innings with 10 strikeouts.
• Yamamoto became the first pitcher in MLB history to win five consecutive playoff appearances while allowing one or fewer runs and walks, showcasing remarkable consistency in high-pressure games.
• Since signing a 12-year, $325 million contract with the Dodgers in December 2023, Yamamoto has justified the investment by winning two World Series titles and earning World Series MVP honors last year.
• His postseason performance remains stellar, with only two outings allowing more than one run in his last 10 playoff appearances, including three wins in last year's World Series with minimal runs allowed.
• In Game 3, Yamamoto outperformed Braves ace Chris Sale, who gave up three earned runs and was out-dueled despite home-field advantage, helping the Dodgers regain momentum in the series.