Yamamoto outduels Sale as Dodgers take 2-1 NLDS lead over Braves
Yoshinobu Yamamoto dominated a much-anticipated pitching matchup with Atlanta's Chris Sale as Los Angeles won 3-1.
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto dominated a highly anticipated pitching matchup with Atlanta ace Chris Sale as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Braves 3-1, taking a 2-1 lead in their National League Division Series.
Kié Hernández contributed a two-run home run in the win, providing key offense in support of Yamamoto's outing.
The result puts the Dodgers in a strong position in the best-of-five series as both teams continue their postseason push.
Los Angeles will look to build on its series lead in the next game, while Atlanta looks to respond after the loss.
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