Dodgers playoff opener scheduled for 1 p.m. PT amid heat wave
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 5:04 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers will begin their National League Division Series against an opponent yet to be determined at 1 p.m. PT on Saturday, October 3. The start time follows the San Diego Padres' sweep in the Wild Card round. Weather forecasts indicate a high temperature of 100 degrees, which could impact game play, particularly offensive performance. The matchup will be decided following the Thursday game between the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies. The Dodgers had similar home run totals as the Braves this season, adding intrigue to the series.
- •Dodgers' NLDS opener set for October 3 at 1 p.m. PT.
- •Opposing team determined after Braves vs. Phillies game on Thursday.
- •Forecast predicts high temperature of 100 degrees.
- •Dodgers and Braves both hit 204 home runs this season.
- •Phillies totaled 182 home runs during the season.
- 5:04 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Playoff Opener First Pitch Time Revealed Ahead of Triple-Digit Heat
"The Padres' win on Wednesday means the Dodgers' playoff debut now has a set time for first pitch.
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