Blake Snell prepares for postseason challenge against Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Blake Snell of the Los Angeles Dodgers is set to pitch against the Atlanta Braves in NLDS Game 2 today at 5:03 p.m. The Dodgers lead the series 1-0. Snell aims to build his legacy in postseason play, having already contributed significantly in previous playoff appearances with Los Angeles. Despite struggling in last season's World Series, he performed well during the 2025 playoffs and is close to tying his career postseason victories with the Dodgers. The Braves, attempting to avoid an 0-2 series deficit, saved their top relievers for this matchup, creating added pressure on Snell.
- •Dodgers currently lead NLDS series 1-0
- •Game 2 starts at 5:03 p.m. at Dodger Stadium
- •Blake Snell aims for fourth postseason win with Dodgers
- •Braves are looking to avoid going down 0-2 in the series
- •Atlanta had a strategy to save top relievers for this game
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Blake Snell’s time to shine
"If it isn't broken, don’t fix it; the Dodgers send another left-handed star pitcher to face the Braves in the NLDS
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