The Los Angeles Dodgers secured an 8-0 victory over the New York Mets in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series, taking a 2-1 series lead. Kiké Hernández hit a crucial two-run homer in the sixth inning, extending the Dodgers' lead to 4-0 and shifting the game's momentum.

Hernández's performance was pivotal, especially after struggling in earlier at-bats. Shohei Ohtani also contributed significantly, hitting a three-run homer in the eighth, showcasing his playoff prowess despite a peculiar trend of performing better with runners on base.

The New York Mets faced a tough loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers, falling 8-0 in Game 3 of the NL Championship Series. Luis Severino struggled defensively, contributing to unearned runs, while the Mets' hitters faltered against Walker Buehler, failing to capitalize with the bases loaded.

Despite the setback, Mets reliever Reed Garrett expressed optimism about bouncing back, recalling their previous comeback in the series. However, the team's struggles at the plate and on the mound have raised concerns as they look to turn the tide.

The Mets entered the NLCS with a strong pitching advantage over the Los Angeles Dodgers, but their Game 3 performance was lackluster. Despite having a deep rotation, the Mets fell to the Dodgers 7-0 at Citi Field, plagued by missed opportunities and a shaky outing from Luis Severino.

Key players like Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso struggled, going a combined 0-for-10. The Mets' pitching woes continued with Reed Garrett and Tylor Megill allowing multiple home runs, while the team collectively walked seven batters, contributing to their defeat.

The New York Mets faced a tough challenge in Game 1 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, as Kodai Senga struggled significantly on the mound. After only 1 1/3 innings, Senga allowed three runs, contributing to a 9-0 loss. His inability to find the strike zone and lack of competitive innings this year raised concerns about his readiness for postseason play.

Despite efforts from Reed Garrett and David Peterson, the Mets' offense failed to support their pitching staff, leading to a disappointing start in the series. The Dodgers' Jack Flaherty dominated the game, not allowing a run over seven innings, while the Mets were unable to capitalize on their previous playoff success.

The New York Mets showcased their resilience in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies, overcoming a slow start to secure a 4-1 victory. Francisco Lindor's grand slam in the sixth inning electrified the crowd at Citi Field, propelling the Mets to their first NLCS appearance since 2015.

Starting pitcher Jose Quintana delivered a solid performance, allowing just one unearned run over five innings. Manager Carlos Mendoza executed a strategic pitching change to maintain the lead, culminating in a successful save by Edwin Diaz.