Dodgers and Braves Square Off in NLDS Game 1

Tarik Skubal will take the mound for the Dodgers against the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Division Series (NLDS) at Dodger Stadium. The game is scheduled for 1 p.m. PDT and will be broadcast on Fox.

Dodgers’ Pitching Strategy

The Dodgers have opted for a left-handed pitching approach to start the series. Skubal will be followed in Game 2 by fellow southpaw Blake Snell. Right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set to pitch Game 3 in Atlanta.

“If you want to be a Hall of Famer, if you want to be a legend in the game, I think it all happens in October,” Snell commented before the game.

How to Watch the Series

The Dodgers will face the Braves in a best-of-five series. The schedule is:

• Game 2: Sunday, 5 p.m. at Dodger Stadium | FS1, Fox One, Fox Deportes
• Game 3: Tuesday, 3 p.m. at Truist Park | FS1, Fox One, Fox Deportes
• Game 4: Wednesday, 3 p.m. at Truist Park (if necessary) | FS1, Fox One, Fox Deportes
• Game 5: Friday, 5 p.m. at Dodger Stadium (if necessary) | Fox, Fox One, Fox Deportes

Dodgers’ Roster Highlights

Newcomers Josue De Paula and Hyeseong Kim have made the Dodgers NLDS roster. De Paula, who recently joined from the Triple-A champion Oklahoma City Comets, offers a bench bat option. Kim, known for his speed and versatility, will serve as a pinch runner and defensive substitute.

The Dodgers have included 14 position players and 12 pitchers on their roster. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman praised the depth of their pitching staff, suggesting it might be their best ever going into October.

“I feel like this is the best and deepest pitching staff we’ve ever had going into October,” Friedman remarked.

Game 1 Lineup and Plan

In Game 1, Mookie Betts leads off for the Dodgers, with Shohei Ohtani batting second. The Braves will rely on a bullpen game after their full three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies in the wild-card round.

Player Spotlight: Tarik Skubal

Tarik Skubal, a key trade deadline acquisition, is no stranger to high-pressure moments, having already won two Cy Young awards. His performance in the NLDS will be closely watched, as fans and team officials alike place hopes on his capabilities during this critical postseason run.

Miguel Rojas Reflects on His Journey

Miguel Rojas, a player with a significant impact on the Dodgers, may be nearing his last postseason as a player. He has been overcome with emotion, expressing gratitude for his journey and the moments he has experienced with the team.

“Every time I post on social media to say thank you, it’s because I don’t want to do a full press conference,” Rojas shared.