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Tarik Skubal steps up as Dodgers draw first blood in NLDS against Braves

Forget about the $430-million payroll. Never mind the home field that now bears the name of a Japanese casual-wear retailer. The Dodgers turned back the clock in their playoff opener on Saturday. There was nothing fancy about their 5-3 victory…

By Dylan Hernandez · NY Post

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:53 PM

Key Things to Know

Tarik Skubal pitched six strong innings to lead the Dodgers to a 5-3 victory against the Braves.
Skubal struck out seven batters and allowed only one run over six innings of work.
All five of the Dodgers' runs came from home runs by Teoscar Hernandez, Kyle Tucker, and Max Muncy.

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Tarik Skubal delivered a dominant performance to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Division Series. Skubal pitched six innings, allowing just one run while striking out seven batters and retiring 15 consecutive hitters after giving up a leadoff single.

The Dodgers' offense provided support entirely via home runs, including a two-run shot by Teoscar Hernandez, a two-run blast by Kyle Tucker, and a solo homer from Max Muncy. Sean Murphy hit a solo home run for the Braves against Skubal, but Los Angeles secured the series-opening win.

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