Source: Skubal to start Dodgers' NLDS opener against Braves
Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal is set to take the mound in Game 1 of the National League Division Series on Saturday, a source told ESPN.
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Los Angeles Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal will start Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, a source told ESPN on Friday.
The decision to hand Skubal the ball in the series opener underscores his role as the Dodgers' top starting pitcher heading into the postseason.
ESPN's report did not specify the Dodgers' planned rotation for the remainder of the series, nor did it confirm who would start subsequent games.
Atlanta's own pitching plans for the series were described as still in flux, according to the same report, leaving open questions about who the Braves will start opposite Skubal.
Game 1 of the series is scheduled for Saturday, setting up an early measuring-stick matchup between the two National League postseason contenders.
Further details on the full pitching rotations for both teams are expected to be announced closer to the start of the series.
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