Yamamoto Dominates as Dodgers Take NLDS Game 3, Series Lead
Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a dominant pitching performance, striking out 10 batters over seven innings, as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Atlanta Braves 3-1 in Game 3 of their NL Division Series. Home runs from Kiké Hernández and Freddie Freeman…
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 6, 2026 — The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a crucial victory in Game 3 of their National League Division Series, defeating the Atlanta Braves by a score of 3-1. The win grants the Dodgers a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series.
At the forefront of the Dodgers’ triumph was a stellar pitching performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The right-hander was exceptionally sharp, throwing seven innings and recording 10 strikeouts. Yamamoto’s command and ability to stifle the Braves’ offense were key factors in limiting Atlanta to a single run.
The Dodgers’ offense was powered by timely home runs. Kiké Hernández and Freddie Freeman each hit a home run during the contest, providing the necessary runs to build a lead against the Braves. These offensive sparks proved to be the difference makers in the tightly contested playoff game.
With the 3-1 victory, the Los Angeles Dodgers have now taken the series lead, putting them one step closer to advancing in the postseason. The specific date and location of Game 3 were not provided in the summary, nor were further details regarding the sequence or impact of the home runs beyond their contribution to the final score.
The series is set to continue, with the Dodgers now holding the advantage. The performance by Yamamoto and the crucial hits from Hernández and Freeman set a positive tone for the Dodgers as they aim to close out the series.
Story summarized from the original created by Charles Odum, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
