NEW YORK - What began as a classic World Series clash is fast turning into a showcase for the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are just one win away from claiming the championship after a convincing 4-2 victory over the New York Yankees in Game 3. Walker Buehler set the tone with five dominant shutout innings, Freddie Freeman continued his power streak with his third home run in as many games, and the Yankees’ struggles left fans heading home early, with the stadium dotted with empty seats late in the game.
The Dodgers now hold a 3-0 series lead, putting them in position for a potential victory celebration on the mound in Game 4 on Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium.
Yankees’ Offense Comes Up Short
Held scoreless through eight innings and down to their last two outs, the Yankees managed a late two-run homer by Alex Verdugo in the ninth. But Michael Kopech quickly closed the door, inducing a ground-out from Gleyber Torres to end the rally and the game.
Dodgers Extend the Lead Early and Often
The Dodgers opened the scoring in the first inning, as Freddie Freeman continued his hot streak with a two-run homer that electrified the Dodgers dugout. LA padded their lead in the sixth, with Kiké Hernández driving in Gavin Lux to push it to 4-0. Meanwhile, Dodgers’ relievers stymied Yankee bats, with Anthony Banda ending a seventh-inning threat by striking out Torres to protect the lead.
Defensive Gem Keeps Yankees Quiet
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton, hoping to spark his team, was thwarted by a brilliant defensive play. Dodgers left fielder Teoscar Hernández fired a perfect throw to catcher Will Smith, nailing Stanton at the plate and maintaining a 3-0 Dodgers lead. The play silenced an already subdued Yankee Stadium crowd and underscored LA’s all-around dominance.
Perez Earns Clemente Award, Jeter Honors Stadium with First Pitch
Before Game 3, Kansas City’s Salvador Perez accepted the Roberto Clemente Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to his community. Derek Jeter, the legendary Yankee, also took the field, throwing the ceremonial first pitch to commemorate the team’s first home World Series game since 2009.
Yankees Face Elimination
With just five hits and seven strikeouts from Aaron Judge over 10 at-bats, the Yankees have been unable to find answers against the Dodgers’ pitching staff. Facing a 3-0 series deficit, they now stare down elimination as the Dodgers inch closer to another championship.
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