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2026 NLDS Schedule: Braves Vs. Dodgers Game Dates, TV Channels And Start Times

While the Los Angeles Dodgers earned a bye and secured their spot in the National League Division Series before the final weekend of the regular season, they needed to wait on their opponent.

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Dodgers & Braves meet again in NLDS

The Dodgers and Braves have spent plenty of time in the last decade at or near the top of the National League standings. The two teams met in the playoffs three times, highlighted by a pair of exciting NLCS matchups each team used as a springboard to a championship.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 1

Dodgers' NLDS Opponent Officially Set: Here's Everything You Need to Know

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be facing off against the Atlanta Braves in the 2026 National League Division Series, which begins Saturday. The Braves took down the Philadelphia Phillies in three games in the wild-card round, setting up a rematch of the 2021 NL Championship Series.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1

Shohei Ohtani’s Dodgers update for NLDS is absolutely crucial

Fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers expect Shohei Ohtani to be fully healthy for the MLB Playoffs. Los Angeles teased Ohtani’s regaining form during the wildcard weekend.

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Tyler Glasnow News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1

Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow gets brutally honest on preparing for any role with LA in playoffs

Tyler Glasnow does not need to know his role to feel ready for it. The Dodgers right-hander walked through how years of postseason work, in both the rotation and the bullpen, have left him comfortable with whatever Dave Roberts decides.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / October 1

Full Dodgers NLDS schedule & start times

LOS ANGELES — The full schedule for the Division Series round was announced by Major League Baseball on Thursday, giving us the start times for potentially all five games of the Dodgers’ first postseason round.

Tarik Skubal News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 1

Tigers Pitcher Acquired for Tarik Skubal Takes Apparent Shot at Dodgers

It's been two months since the Los Angeles Dodgers shocked the baseball world, trading for two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. The Dodgers were always viewed as the frontrunners to trade for the southpaw pitcher; however, it was still hard to believe when it actually happened.

Mookie Betts News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 1

Mookie Betts Says Dodgers, Not Red Sox, Are His Team

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts may have started his career in Boston, but he made it clear where he considers home. After six seasons with the Red Sox and seven with the Dodgers, the 33-year-old believes he'll ultimately be remembered as a Dodger rather than a Red Sox player.

Miguel Rojas News / Dodgers Insider / October 1

2026 Postseason: Miggy Ro’s last dance

During a two-decade journey in professional baseball now approaching its twilight, Miguel Rojas embraced the role of mentoring younger teammates, the quality he hopes to use one day as a Major League manager.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / October 1

How the Dodgers used ABS in its debut season

The automated balls and strikes (ABS) challenge system is rounding out its first season in the big leagues, and the Dodgers have been frequent beneficiaries of the second look.

Freddie Freeman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1

Freddie Freeman gets 100% real on Dodgers championship window

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in a position to do something that MLB has never seen, which is win three straight championships in a row. They are once again the favorites to win this year, but this could be the final run for some of their veteran players.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 1

Freddie Freeman & Shohei Ohtani Change Routine With On-Field Batting Practice During NLDS Workouts

The Los Angeles Dodgers are getting a much-needed breather this week as they wait to see which team they will face in the National League Division Series, which begins Saturday with Game 1 at Dodger Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / October 1

Joe Davis will call Dodgers NLDS for Fox Sports

LOS ANGELES — The television broadcast for every single Dodgers game this postseason, however long they last, will feature a familiar voice for those in and around Los Angeles.

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Max Muncy Downplays Dodgers’ Struggles Against Playoff Teams

The Los Angeles Dodgers are back in the playoffs for the 14th consecutive season after clinching another National League West title and finishing with the No.

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Dodgers' Kyle Tucker Predicted to Win Major Postseason Award

Los Angeles Dodgers star outfielder Kyle Tucker is playing more like the $240 million man the team paid him to be. With the postseason now here, Tucker

Dave Roberts News / Dodger Blue / October 1

Dave Roberts Credits ABS System For First Season Without Getting Ejected

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts finished the 2026 regular season without an ejection, marking the first time in his career he has done so. The Roberts has 14 ejections in 11 seasons as Dodgers manager, including a career high of three in 2021.

Edgardo Henriquez News / Dodger Blue / October 1

Dodgers NLDS Notes: Edwin Díaz, Edgardo Henriquez & Starting Rotation

The Los Angeles Dodgers earned the benefit of a postseason bye and now are reaping the full benefit as the Philadelphia Phillies staved off elimination to force the Atlanta Braves to a winner-take-all Game 3 in their Wild Card Series matchup.

Miguel Rojas News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 1

Dodgers Notes: LA Makes Roster Move, Miguel Rojas Away From Team, NLDS Start Times Revealed

The Los Angeles Dodgers will soon embark on their postseason journey, but in the meantime, made a roster move to activate a key pitcher before Saturday's National League Division Series.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / October 1

Dodgers notes: Offense, Freddie Freeman, Miguel Rojas

As the Los Angeles Dodgers await the outcome of the final game between the Philadelphia Philles and Atlanta Braves to see who they will face in the NLDS, the team is busy working on keeping their bats and arms fresh and ready for the road to a three-peat that lies ahead.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 1