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Skubal dominates in 100-degree heat as Dodgers beat Braves 5-3 in NLDS opener
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· October 3, 2026
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Key points The game was part of a division series and ended with a score of 5-3. A postseason game was played in extremely hot conditions, with the temperature feeling like 105 degrees.
A postseason game was played in extremely hot conditions, with the temperature feeling like 105 degrees. The heat did not seem to affect one player, who pitched well and allowed only one run and two hits. He struck out seven and walked two, a strong performance considering it was his first postseason start at this particular venue.
The game was part of a division series and ended with a score of 5-3. Home runs were hit by several players, contributing to the final score.
Further details about the game, including the teams involved and the starting pitcher's background, are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: October 3, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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