Dodgers Notes: LA Grabs Game 3, Gavin Lux Injury Status, Walker Buehler Dominates

The Dodgers took Game 3 of the National League Championship Series to grab a 2-1 lead in the best of seven. The team will be looking to take full control of the series with another victory. Los Angeles regained home-field advantage with the win.

Here is what you may have missed on Thursday:

Gavin Lux Exits Game 3 with Lingering Hip Issues

In a strategic and possibly precautionary move, Gavin Lux was taken out of the National League Championship Series Game 3 following his performance complications due to hip tightness. Chris Taylor stepped in to handle second base duties as the Dodgers led 4-0 into the later innings against the Mets. The decision puts Lux’s participation in upcoming games into question as the series progresses.

Shohei Ohtani’s Outburst in Dodgers’ Dugout Draws Laughs and Highlights Competitive Spirit

Shohei Ohtani’s reaction to a puzzling play during the National League Division Series against the Padres went viral, showcasing a rare moment of frustration from the usually composed star. Despite the heat of the moment, Ohtani later laughed off the incident, highlighting his emotional investment in the game and the highs and lows of postseason baseball. [Find out more about Ohtani’s emotional moment and the Dodgers’ overall team spirit here](

Dave Roberts Adjusts Dodgers’ Lineup for NLCS Game 3

Addressing recent performance and strategic matchups against Mets’ pitcher Luis Severino, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts made significant changes to the lineup for Game 3. The shuffle aimed to optimize left-handed hitters against Severino’s splits, including moving Max Muncy to cleanup while adjusting other key batting positions.

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