**Dodgers Dominate as Yankees Face Potential World Series Sweep**

The New York Yankees' postseason dreams are slipping away as they face an imminent sweep in the World Series after another disheartening loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Aaron Judge, despite his regular-season heroics, has turned into a postseason liability, struggling to generate the offense his team desperately needs.

Freddie Freeman continued his hot streak, launching a two-run homer in the first inning off New York starter Clarke Schmidt. This marked Freeman's third consecutive game with a home run. Schmidt's performance was another blow for the Yankees, as he lasted only 2.2 innings, allowing three runs and four walks.

The Yankees' frustration grew in the fourth inning when crucial offensive opportunities slipped through their fingers. Aaron Judge's deep fly ball fell short of the warning track, Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s sharp line drive was caught by a diving Mookie Betts, and Giancarlo Stanton was thrown out at home by Teoscar Hernández following an Anthony Volpe single.

The game remained a struggle for the Yankees as Dodgers starter Walker Buehler pitched five shutout innings, allowing just two hits and striking out five. Yankees hitters couldn't capitalize on key moments, with Jazz Chisholm grounding out with two runners on to end the sixth inning, and Gleyber Torres striking out on a questionable call with two runners on to end the seventh.

Despite Michael Kopech conceding a late homer, the Dodgers used six relief pitchers to secure their victory and maintain a commanding lead in the series. Los Angeles’ bullpen stifled any Yankees' comeback attempts, leaving New York with the daunting task of avoiding a sweep in Game 4.

The Yankees need a significant turnaround in their offensive performance if they hope to extend this high-profile World Series.