Dodgers Take NLDS Lead With Game 3 Victory Over Braves
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves in Game 3 of their NL Division Series, propelled by Yoshinobu Yamamoto's dominant pitching (10 strikeouts in seven innings) and a two-run homer from Kiké Hernández. This win…
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 6, 2026 — The Los Angeles Dodgers have taken a 2-1 series lead in the National League Division Series after defeating the Atlanta Braves 3-1 in Game 3.
The Dodgers’ victory was anchored by a strong performance on the mound from pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who struck out 10 batters over seven innings. This outing limited the Braves’ offensive opportunities and set a dominant tone for the game.
Offensively, the Dodgers were propelled by a crucial two-run home run hit by Kiké Hernández. The blast provided key scoring for the team and contributed significantly to their final scoreline.
With this win, the Los Angeles Dodgers now hold a 2-1 advantage over the Atlanta Braves in the best-of-five series, moving them one step closer to advancing in the postseason. The series will continue with Game 4, where the Braves will aim to tie the series, and the Dodgers will seek to close it out.
Story summarized from the original created by CHARLES ODUM, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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