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2026 MLB Semifinals: Dodgers-Brewers Rematch and Rays-Guardians Clash Set for Oct. 11
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2026 MLB Semifinals: Dodgers-Brewers Rematch and Rays-Guardians Clash Set for Oct. 11

The 2026 MLB League Championship Series begins Oct. 11 with two high-stakes matchups: the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS, while the Tampa Bay Rays host the Cleveland Guardians in the ALCS. The NLCS is a rematch of last year's series, where the Dodgers swept the Brewers. The ALCS features two teams with strong defensive and small-ball identities, with the Rays holding home-field advantage. The World Series is scheduled to start Oct. 23.

Dodgers-Brewers NLCS: Skubal Trade Fallout and Rotation Depth Decide Series
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Dodgers-Brewers NLCS: Skubal Trade Fallout and Rotation Depth Decide Series

The National League Championship Series begins Sunday with the Los Angeles Dodgers facing the Milwaukee Brewers in a rematch of the 2025 series. The Dodgers, seeking a third consecutive World Series title, benefit from a dominant rotation anchored by Tarik Skubal, whom they acquired in August. The Brewers, who declined to trade for Skubal to retain rookie Logan Henderson, face a steep pitching challenge. While Milwaukee holds the regular-season lead with 103 wins and a superior run differential, experts and polls favor Los Angeles due to their pitching depth and offensive power, despite concerns over Shohei Ohtani’s recent performance.

NLCS Rematch: Dodgers Seek 3-Peat Against Record-Setting Brewers
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NLCS Rematch: Dodgers Seek 3-Peat Against Record-Setting Brewers

The 2026 National League Championship Series begins Sunday, October 11, featuring a rematch between the two-time defending Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers. The Dodgers aim to become the first team since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees to win three consecutive World Series titles. The Brewers, who finished the regular season with a major league-best 103 wins, are seeking their first World Series appearance since 1982. Experts are split on the outcome, with some favoring the Dodgers' power and pitching depth, while others cite the Brewers' superior regular-season record, home-field advantage, and improved offensive balance as key factors.

Dodgers-Brewers NLCS Set as Yankees and Padres Fall to Late-Game Heartbreak
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Dodgers-Brewers NLCS Set as Yankees and Padres Fall to Late-Game Heartbreak

The 2026 MLB postseason has narrowed to a Los Angeles Dodgers versus Milwaukee Brewers National League Championship Series, set to begin Sunday. The Dodgers eliminated the Atlanta Braves 3-1, while the Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 3-1. In the American League, the Tampa Bay Rays swept the New York Yankees 3-0, and the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Chicago White Sox 3-2 to advance. Both the Yankees and Padres were eliminated after losing Game 3 or 4 by single-run margins, with critical home run calls overturned due to fan interference and a short outfield wall, respectively.

Brewers Seek Series Sweep in NLDS Game 3 Against Padres
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Brewers Seek Series Sweep in NLDS Game 3 Against Padres

The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the San Diego Padres 2-0 in the National League Division Series, aim to clinch the series with a win in Game 3 at Petco Park on October 6. Dustin May starts for Milwaukee against Nick Pivetta for San Diego. The Brewers won the first two games in Milwaukee with scores of 3-2 and 4-3, with Jackson Chourio driving in four runs. The Padres, who have a strong home record, must win three consecutive games to advance. The game is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FS1.

Brewers Seek Historic NLCS Return in NLDS Game 3
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Brewers Seek Historic NLCS Return in NLDS Game 3

The Milwaukee Brewers lead the San Diego Padres 2-0 in the National League Division Series and can clinch a spot in the NLCS with a win in Game 3 at Petco Park on October 6. The Brewers, who finished the regular season with the best record in baseball, are on a seven-game winning streak. The Padres, who have a strong home record, must win three consecutive games to advance. Dustin May starts for Milwaukee against Nick Pivetta for San Diego.

Brewers Seek Sweep in NLDS Game 3 as Padres Face Elimination
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Brewers Seek Sweep in NLDS Game 3 as Padres Face Elimination

The Milwaukee Brewers lead the San Diego Padres 2-0 in the National League Division Series and aim to clinch the series with a win in Game 3 at Petco Park on October 6. The Brewers won the first two games in Milwaukee, including a dramatic walk-off single by Jackson Chourio in Game 2. The Padres, who have a 53-30 home record, must win three consecutive games to advance to the NLCS. Dustin May starts for Milwaukee against Nick Pivetta for San Diego.

Brewers Face Elimination in NLDS Game 3 Against Padres in San Diego
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Brewers Face Elimination in NLDS Game 3 Against Padres in San Diego

The Milwaukee Brewers lead the San Diego Padres 2-0 in the National League Division Series after two dramatic wins in Milwaukee. Game 3 is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, at Petco Park in San Diego, where the Brewers must win to advance to the NLCS. The series features a pitching matchup between Dustin May and Nick Pivetta, with the Padres facing an extreme heat warning in California. If the Brewers lose, they must win Games 4 and 5 to survive. The other NLDS series between the Dodgers and Braves is tied 1-1.

Statcast Data Debates: Was the Brewers' Roof-Ricochet Out a Postseason Robbery?
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Statcast Data Debates: Was the Brewers' Roof-Ricochet Out a Postseason Robbery?

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 3-2 in Game 1 of the National League Division Series on October 4, 2026, securing a crucial win via a controversial play in the ninth inning. San Diego's Ty France hit a fly ball that struck the roof of American Family Field and was caught by Jackson Chourio for an out. While broadcasters and France argued the ball was a home run, MLB rules and Statcast data suggest it would have been an out regardless.

MLB Division Series Set: Yankees-Rays and Dodgers-Braces Headline Four Matchups
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MLB Division Series Set: Yankees-Rays and Dodgers-Braces Headline Four Matchups

The 2026 MLB Division Series features four best-of-five matchups beginning Saturday. The American League sees two intra-divisional rivalries: the Tampa Bay Rays face the New York Yankees, and the Cleveland Guardians face the Chicago White Sox. In the National League, the Milwaukee Brewers host the San Diego Padres, while the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Atlanta Braves. The series kicks off with games scheduled across all four pairings, with the Rays and Yankees meeting first in the AL East clash.

Dodgers and Brewers favored to advance as MLB Division Series begins
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Dodgers and Brewers favored to advance as MLB Division Series begins

The 2026 MLB Division Series begins Saturday with four best-of-five matchups. The Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers are heavy favorites to advance, while the New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays face a competitive series. CBS Sports experts are split on the White Sox-Guardians and Padres-Brewers games, but consensus favors the Dodgers and Brewers. Key factors include pitching depth, offensive power, and the return of key players like Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani.