**Los Angeles Wins Close Game 2 Against Yankees**

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Los Angeles Dodgers Edge Out Yankees in Thrilling Game 2

The Los Angeles Dodgers have taken a commanding 2-0 series lead in the American League Division Series (ALDS) against the New York Yankees, securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory in Game 2 at Yankee Stadium. The game was a tense affair, with both teams battling it out until the final out.

A Close Contest from the Start

The game started off with a bang, as the Dodgers jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first inning. Mookie Betts, the reigning AL MVP, delivered a two-run homer off Yankee starter Gerrit Cole. However, the Yankees quickly responded in the bottom of the first, with Anthony Rizzo launching a solo home run to cut the lead in half.

The pitching duel continued throughout the game, with both Cole and Dodgers starter Clayton Kershaw battling through tough stretches. The Yankees tied the game in the bottom of the fourth inning on a solo home run by Aaron Judge. This was Judge's fifth home run of the postseason, highlighting his continued dominance at the plate.

Dodgers Secure the Win in the 8th

The game remained tied until the top of the eighth inning when the Dodgers managed to break the deadlock. Freddie Freeman, the 2020 World Series MVP, drove in the go-ahead run with a single off Yankee reliever Clay Holmes.

The Yankees mounted a late rally in the bottom of the ninth, loading the bases with two outs. However, Dodgers closer Evan Phillips was able to shut the door on the Yankees, securing the victory for Los Angeles.

Key Performances

Mookie Betts led the way for the Dodgers, going 2-for-4 with two runs batted in and a home run. Freddie Freeman also had a strong game, driving in the game-winning run.

Gerrit Cole pitched well for the Yankees, allowing three runs over 6.1 innings. However, he was let down by the bullpen, which gave up the go-ahead run in the eighth.

Looking Ahead

The Dodgers will now head back to Los Angeles with a 2-0 series lead. The Yankees will need to win at least three of the next four games to stay alive in the series. Game 3 will be a crucial one for the Yankees, as they will need to find a way to slow down the Dodgers' potent offense.

The series continues on Saturday in Los Angeles, with the Yankees looking to avoid being eliminated from the playoffs.

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