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Dodgers and Braves set for NLDS Game 1 as Ohtani's health in question

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 3:22 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Dodgers and Braves set for NLDS Game 1 as Ohtani's health in question

Summary

The Dodgers host the Braves in Game 1 of the 2026 National League Division Series on Saturday. The Braves secured their spot after defeating the Phillies in the Wild Card round. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is expected to announce a rotation led by Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, and Tarik Skubal. A key decision awaits regarding whether Josue De Paula or Dalton Rushing will make the NLDS roster, with De Paula showing strong performance lately. Meanwhile, questions loom over Shohei Ohtani's readiness, as he has struggled at the plate since return from injury and was absent from the Dodgers' recent workout.

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Status Watch

•Dodgers aim for a three-peat in the NLDS against Braves.
•Braves advanced by defeating the Phillies in the Wild Card.
•Yoshinobu Yamamoto is expected to start for the Dodgers.
•Josue De Paula has impressed, complicating roster decisions.
•Ohtani's health and recent form raise concerns for the Dodgers.

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3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers host Braves in NLDS with Ohtani questions looming

What they're saying

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LOS ANGELES – The quest for a three-peat begins Saturday, when the Dodgers host the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the 2026 National League Division Series.
— Yahoo Sports

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