It’s the LA Dodgers versus the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on October 6, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 6:00 PM ET
- Location: Truist Park
- TV Channels: FOX Sports 1, FS1 and FOX
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch LA Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves on October 6, 2026
You can watch the Atlanta Braves take on the LA Dodgers live on DIRECTV on FOX Sports 1, FS1 and FOX on October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET.
LA Dodgers (100-62) at Atlanta Braves (94-68) — Game Preview
The LA Dodgers (100-62) travel to Truist Park to face the Atlanta Braves (94-68) on October 6, with the Dodgers atop the NL West and the Braves in a strong position of their own. Los Angeles carries the edge in team batting average at .215 with 5 home runs, while Atlanta checks in at .204 with 6 homers, though the Dodgers hold a better ERA at 3.00 compared to the Braves’ 3.20.
Freddie Freeman leads the Dodgers with a .288 average, adding a .362 on-base percentage and a .430 slugging mark, while Matt Olson counters for the Braves with 41 home runs and 93 RBIs from the first base spot. Shohei Ohtani contributes significantly with 30 home runs and 81 RBIs, while Michael Harris II keeps the Braves’ offense moving at a .294 average with a .491 slugging percentage of his own.
On the mound, Yoshinobu Yamamoto starts for Los Angeles, bringing a 2.53 ERA and 182 strikeouts across 185 innings, while Chris Sale takes the ball for Atlanta with a 2.16 ERA and 200 strikeouts over 162.2 innings. The Braves enter shorthanded, with Spencer Strider out on the 60-day IL due to right elbow inflammation, while the Dodgers carry no such absences tonight.
National TV
FOX Sports 1, FS1 and FOX
League Packages
What Time is the LA Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves Game Today?
The LA Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves game starts at 6:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch LA Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves?
You can watch LA Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves on FOX Sports 1, FS1, FOX and MLB Extra Innings®.
Players to Watch: LA Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves
LA Dodgers
Freddie Freeman — 1B. Freddie Freeman leads the Dodgers from the first base spot with a .288 batting average, supported by 30 home runs and 81 RBIs. His on-base percentage of .362 complements a slugging percentage of .430, making him a consistent threat at the plate. Freeman’s ability to reach base consistently is a key factor in the Dodgers’ offensive success.
Shohei Ohtani — DH. As the designated hitter, Shohei Ohtani brings power to the Dodgers’ lineup with 30 home runs and 81 RBIs, hitting .275. His contributions are bolstered by a .362 on-base percentage and a .430 slugging mark. Ohtani’s power numbers rival those of Matt Olson, who leads the Braves with 41 homers.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto — SP. Yoshinobu Yamamoto takes the mound for the Dodgers with a 2.53 ERA and 182 strikeouts over 185 innings pitched. His WHIP of 0.87 highlights his efficiency in limiting baserunners. Yamamoto’s ability to control the game from the mound is crucial for the Dodgers in this matchup.
Atlanta Braves
Michael Harris II — CF. Michael Harris II paces the Braves with a .294 batting average, contributing 85 runs and 25 home runs from center field. His .321 on-base percentage and .491 slugging percentage provide depth to Atlanta’s lineup. Harris’s performance at the plate is vital for the Braves’ offensive strategy.
Matt Olson — 1B. From first base, Matt Olson leads the Braves with 41 home runs and 93 RBIs, hitting .251. His power is complemented by a .358 on-base percentage and a .459 slugging mark. Olson’s home run total stands as a benchmark against Shohei Ohtani’s 30 for the Dodgers.
Chris Sale — SP. Chris Sale starts for the Braves, bringing a 2.16 ERA and 200 strikeouts over 162.2 innings. His WHIP of 0.98 underscores his ability to keep opposing hitters off base. Sale’s strikeout capability is a key component of Atlanta’s pitching strength.
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