Yamamoto strikes out four early in NLDS Game 3 in Atlanta

Rematch follows Sale's 1-0 shutout in August

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 5m1 min read

It's a pitcher's duel early in Atlanta 🔥 Yoshinobu Yamamoto has his 4th strikeout of the game 💪 https://t.co/XMaHYX5loM Via @MLBONFOX on X

What happened: Yoshinobu Yamamoto recorded his fourth strikeout early in NLDS Game 3 in Atlanta. The outing opened as a scoreless pitcher's duel.

Why it matters: The Game 3 start carries series leverage in the National League Division Series. It is a rematch of the August 1-0 shutout.

By the numbers: Yamamoto: 14-9, 2.53 ERA, 0.87 WHIP, 182 strikeouts in 185 innings. Opposing starter: 14-9, 2.16 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, 200 strikeouts in 162.2 innings.

What to watch: Watch how long the starters maintain the scoreless pace and when either bullpen enters.

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@MLBONFOX 2026-10-06T22:55:30.229196+00:00

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