Elmira, NY, October 9, 2026 — The Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized their starting rotation for the initial games of the National League Championship Series (NLCS), announcing right-handed pitcher Tarik Skubal as the starter for Game 1. The highly anticipated series is set to begin against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Skubal, a key contributor for the Dodgers this season, will take the mound to kick off the crucial playoff matchup. His performance in Game 1 is expected to set the tone for the series against the Brewers. Details regarding the specific date and location for Game 1 were not provided in the announcement.

Following Skubal, the Dodgers confirmed that Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be the starting pitcher for Game 2 of the NLCS. Yamamoto’s inclusion in the Game 2 start highlights the team’s strategic approach to its pitching staff during the postseason. The decision to name these starters in advance allows both the team and fans to prepare for the opening contests.

The specific opponent in the NLCS is confirmed as the Milwaukee Brewers. Further details about the rest of the pitching rotation for subsequent games in the series, as well as any potential bullpen strategies, have not yet been disclosed by the Dodgers organization. Information regarding any prior games or the conclusion of previous playoff rounds leading up to this announcement was not included in the provided summary.

This announcement comes as the Dodgers prepare for the intense competition of the NLCS, a significant step towards the World Series. The team’s strategy in selecting Skubal and Yamamoto for the opening games underscores their confidence in these pitchers to perform under pressure in a high-stakes environment.


Story summarized from the original created by BETH HARRIS, Associated Press on www.mytwintiers.com, see more information here.

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