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Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitches another postseason gem to give Dodgers 2-1 NLDS lead vs. Braves
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Key Points:
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched seven one-run innings with 10 strikeouts, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of the NLDS.
- Kiké Hernández and Freddie Freeman each hit solo home runs in the fourth inning, providing all the offense needed for the Dodgers' win.
- Yamamoto set an MLB record by winning five straight postseason appearances without allowing more than one run or one walk, all on the road.
- The Dodgers' bullpen held firm despite closer Edwin Díaz’s recent struggles, with Díaz securing the save after allowing a leadoff double.
- The Dodgers now lead the series 2-1 and have a chance to clinch a third consecutive NLCS trip in Game 4, scheduled for Wednesday.
