World Series Game 3 Recap: Dodgers Seal Dominant 3-0 Lead

Los Angeles Dodgers Extend Their Playoff Dominance

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued their impressive playoff run on Monday night, defeating the New York Yankees 5-3 in Game 3 of the World Series to take a commanding 3-0 lead.

The Dodgers jumped out to an early lead, scoring three runs in the first inning off Yankees starter Masahiro Tanaka. Justin Turner drove in the first run with a double, and Matt Beaty and Will Smith followed with RBI singles.

Yankees Attempt a Comeback

The Yankees fought back in the third inning with a solo home run from Gleyber Torres, but the Dodgers responded with a run of their own in the fifth inning on an RBI single by Edwin Rios.

The Yankees closed the gap to 4-3 in the sixth inning on a sacrifice fly by DJ LeMahieu, but the Dodgers added an insurance run in the ninth inning on a solo home run by Smith.

Dodgers' Dominant Pitching

The Dodgers' bullpen was once again outstanding, with Blake Treinen, Brusdar Graterol, and Kenley Jansen combining to allow just one hit over the final four innings.

The Yankees now face an uphill battle, needing to win four straight games to capture the World Series. Game 4 is scheduled for Tuesday night in Los Angeles.