Dodgers Notes: Freddie Freeman Injury Update, Playoff Pricing, LA Not Ducking Padres

Matt Levine10/05/2024

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We have made it Dodgers fans, the postseason is here! Game 1 of the National League Division Series starts tonight as the Dodgers face off against the rival San Diego Padres for the right to move on to the NLCS.

Here is everything that you may have missed from Friday:

Start Times For Entire Dodgers, Padres NLDS Matchup Revealed

The Dodgers are set for primetime battles in their postseason journey beginning this weekend. The entire schedule for the much-anticipated Dodgers vs. Padres NLDS has been disclosed, and all games are scheduled for the evening. The series kicks off at Dodger Stadium before moving to Petco Park, with potential game deciders back in LA if required. The full schedule and additional details about the matchups can be found.

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Provides Latest Update on Freddie Freeman’s Injury Status

In crucial news leading into the playoffs, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts remains positive about Freddie Freeman’s participation starting this Saturday against the Padres. Freeman, recovering from a sprained ankle, will undergo evaluation following a full workout to determine his readiness.

Wild Discrepancy in Average Price Difference For Dodgers, Padres Home Playoff Games

Fans looking to attend the NLDS face a steep price difference between games at Dodger Stadium and Petco Park, with the latter seeing ticket costs nearly double. This disparity and the challenges it poses for those attempting to acquire tickets are analyzed.

Dodgers News: Padres’ Joe Musgrove Status For NLDS Matchup Determined

In a significant development, Padres’ pitcher Joe Musgrove has been ruled out for the NLDS due to elbow tightness, shifting the dynamics of the upcoming games. Detailed insights into what this means for the series and how it affects the Padres’ pitching strategy.

Dodgers News: Teoscar Hernández Not Ducking San Diego, Wanted Padres in NLDS

Outfielder Teoscar Hernández expresses his eagerness to face the Padres, believing the matchup will electrify both teams and fans alike. Hernández’s sentiments and more on the preparation for the high-intensity series are available.

Andrew Friedman Explains Why Dodgers Changed Starting Pitchers For NLDS

The Dodgers have tweaked their starting pitching lineup for the NLDS, citing strategic flexibility for potential outcomes. Insights into this decision and its potential implications are explored.

Dodgers Video of the Day

Dodgers Tweets of the Day

If Dodger Stadium ain't this loud tonight, I don't want it.pic.twitter.com/Z8E0C4ROVB
— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) October 5, 2024

Padres manager Mike Shildt spoke on Shohei Ohtani a couple of times during media availability ahead of NLDS matchup vs Dodgers:

"He’s a great player, he’s having an historic year. But we feel good about our plan.”

"We feel confident that we have the ability to get Ohtani out."… pic.twitter.com/QDBkjTpzWK
— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) October 5, 2024

Shohei Ohtani when asked if he's nervous heading into his first postseason game: "No."

When he was in high school, Shohei set it as a goal to win his first World Series by the time he was 26. Shohei is a man on a mission to win the World Series.

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— Doug McKain (@DMAC_LA) October 5, 2024

After two straight disappointing postseasons that saw the Dodgers unable to advance out of the first round, LA is reportedly trying different ways to utilize their time off.

They could even be taking notes from a very familiar foe 🔗⏬https://t.co/xWZ5ZAKvh8
— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) October 4, 2024

Joe Musgrove will not be pitching in the highly-anticipated Dodgers, Padres NLDS after suffering a UCL injury that requires Tommy John surgery.

You never want to see this, especially in the postseason. pic.twitter.com/oxKFBpfNPW
— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) October 4, 2024

Just two days before the NLDS, it was announced that Yoshinobu Yamamoto would be replacing Jack Flaherty as Game 1 starter.

Dodgers president Andrew Friedman explained why 🔗⏬https://t.co/QkMfyCQXAo
— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) October 4, 2024

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