Mauricio Dubon starts in left field for NLDS Game 1 against Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Mauricio Dubon is starting in left field for the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 3, 2026. Braves manager Walt Weiss has opted to rest Lane Thomas, who will likely start in the next game against another left-handed pitcher. Sean Murphy is behind the plate, with the Braves batting lineup featuring key players like Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson. The Dodgers have also announced their lineup for today’s matchup.
- •Game 1 is taking place at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.
- •The matchup features Tarik Skubal for the Dodgers.
- •Game time is set for 4:00 pm EDT.
- •Dubon celebrates earlier playoff success against the Phillies.
- •Lane Thomas expected to start tomorrow against another left-handed pitcher.
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Mauricio Dubon starts in left field for NLDS Game 1
"The Braves keep Lane Thomas on the bench, facing the elite lefty Skubal
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