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Skubal dominates in 100-degree heat as the Dodgers beat the Braves 5-3 in NLDS opener
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· October 3, 2026
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Key points This victory came in Game 1 of their National League Division Series. The final score was 5-3 in favor of the Dodgers.
Tarik Skubal delivered a strong performance, tossing six dominant innings in extreme heat. His team, the Dodgers, secured a win against the Atlanta Braves. The final score was 5-3 in favor of the Dodgers.
This victory came in Game 1 of their National League Division Series. The game took place on a Saturday, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees.
Further details about the game can be found through additional reporting, but it is known that Skubal's performance was a key factor in the Dodgers' success in the series opener.
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