Blazing triple-digit heat bears down on Braves-Dodgers NLDS opener in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the Atlanta Braves in the second-hottest postseason game at Dodger Stadium, with temperatures soaring to 100 degrees Fahrenheit before the first pitch. Game officials reported a game-time temperature of 100 degrees, just shy of the record set in Game 1 of the 2017 World Series, which reached 103 degrees.

Fans shielded themselves from the intense heat, with shade at a premium and plenty of empty seats as the "feels-like" temperature reached 105 degrees. Despite the blistering conditions, Braves manager Walt Weiss downplayed the impact on his team, noting that Atlanta's heat was less daunting for his players. Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal acknowledged the challenge, stating, "The sun was on us the entire game.

Hopefully they packed some sunscreen." The Dodgers won the game 5-3, with Teoscar Hernández contributing an early lead with a two-run homer in the fourth inning. Emergency medical teams were on standby to handle potential cases of heatstroke, dehydration, and excessive sweating. The Dodgers advised fans to wear hats and sunscreen, while bringing in non-alcoholic drinks of one liter or less in sealed plastic bottles was permitted.