MLB Reveals Schedule For First Two NLDS Games

Major League Baseball (MLB) has unveiled the preliminary schedule for the first two National League Division Series (NLDS) games involving the Los Angeles Dodgers. The organization has not disclosed the opponent the Dodgers will face, but MLB has released the times for the initial matchups. Game 1 of the NLDS for the Dodgers is set to take place on Saturday, October 3rd, with a 1 p.m. PST broadcast on Fox if the San Diego Padres advance, or a 6 p.m. PST showing on FS1 if the Chicago Cubs prevail.

The Dodgers will then confront the winner of the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies on October 17th at 5 p.m. PST on FS1, irrespective of the result between the Padres and Cubs. While specific times for the subsequent games remain undetermined, the dates are confirmed. Following the initial two games, which the Dodgers will host, Game 3 is slated for Tuesday, October 6th, with Game 4 following on October 7th should a Game 3 be necessary.

If the series extends beyond the initial two games, Game 5 would be scheduled for October 9th. The NL Wild Card update follows the Braves' 5-3 victory over the Phillies in Game 1, Tuesday, September 29th, positioning the Dodgers to potentially face the Braves. As of the information provided, the Braves hold a 75% probability of clinching the series after their win.

Atlanta enjoys home-field advantage for the remainder of the series, with both subsequent games scheduled in Atlanta. The Phillies face a formidable challenge but are not out of the running. Regardless of who emerges victorious, the Dodgers aim to conduct an arduous Game 3, ultimately exhausting both adversaries and providing a favorable scenario where the well-rested Dodgers gain a competitive edge.