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Yamamoto-Sale duel doesn't disappoint, and other takeaways from NLDS Game 3

The Dodgers secured a 3-1 victory in Game 3 of the NLDS, moving one win closer to their second consecutive NLCS appearance. The matchup featured a dominant early duel between aces Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Chris Sale, each striking out six batters through three scoreless innings—a rare postseason feat.

Yamamoto extended his strong performance with a career-high 10 strikeouts over seven innings, while Sale exited after allowing two home runs and three runs in five frames. The Braves, who had hoped to capitalize on momentum from their Game 2 upset, now face a critical test with Tyler Mahle slated to start Game 4.

Atlanta’s offense struggled again, with Ronald Acuña Jr. failing to deliver a standout performance, leaving their pitching staff to carry the load in a potential series-clinching game.

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