The New York Mets suffered a tough 8-0 defeat against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series at Citi Field, leaving them trailing 2-1 in the series. Despite their hefty payroll and a strong performance leading into the postseason, the Mets struggled offensively, managing only a .179 batting average across the series so far. Shohei Ohtani's three-run homer was pivotal for the Dodgers, who capitalized on Mets' defensive errors. The Mets had several opportunities, notably a bases-loaded scenario early in the game, but failed to convert, largely due to the strong pitching from Dodgers' Walker Buehler. The chilly weather conditions further hampered the Mets' ability to hit home runs, with several deep flies falling short in the cold night air. With key players like Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso unable to deliver, the Mets face an uphill battle as they seek to rally in the remaining games at home.