Dodgers vs Brewers NLCS 2026: Score, Schedule, Where to Watch & Player Stats

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers are meeting in the 2026 National League Championship Series (NLCS) for the second year in a row. The winner earns a trip to the World Series 2026. If you searched "dodgers game today," "brewers game today," or "did the dodgers win today," this guide has the series status, schedule, TV info, and players to watch.

Series Status: Dodgers vs Brewers NLCS

• Format: The NLCS is a best-of-7 series, so the first team to 4 wins advances. A team down 2-0 needs to win four of the remaining five games.
• Seeds: The Brewers are the No. 1 seed (103-59) and the Dodgers are the No. 2 seed (100-62).
• Game 1: Brewers 2, Dodgers 1 at American Family Field, with a Brice Turang home run and an RBI single from rookie Luis Lara.
• Game 2: Brewers 7, Dodgers 4, with William Contreras delivering a game-tying home run and key RBI hits.
• Game 3: Wednesday, Oct. 14 at Dodger Stadium (Blake Snell vs. Robert Gasser). Update this line with the final score before publishing.
• Game 4: Thursday, Oct. 15 at Dodger Stadium.
• Games 6 and 7: If needed, both are at American Family Field in Milwaukee.

Are the Dodgers still in the playoffs? Yes, as long as the series is unfinished. Are the Dodgers out? Only if the Brewers win four games first.

Where to Watch Dodgers vs Brewers (What Channel Is the Game On?)

• TV: The NLCS airs on FOX networks, and Game 3 was on FS1.
• Streaming: FOX One and Fubo carry the games (regional restrictions may apply).
• Radio: ESPN Radio nationally, AM 570 LA Sports in Los Angeles.
• Start times: Check your local listings, since evening start times have varied by source.

Key Players to Watch

Dodgers

• Blake Snell: Struck out 10 over eight scoreless innings against Milwaukee in last year's NLCS and is the Game 3 starter.
• Tyler Glasnow: Expected Game 4 starter.
• Shohei Ohtani: Slumping this postseason, with a possible lineup change discussed ahead of Game 3.
• Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, Will Smith: The core of the lineup.

Brewers

• William Contreras: The catcher powering Milwaukee's offense.
• Brice Turang: Game 1 home run hero.
• Christian Yelich and Jackson Chourio: Run producers in the middle of the order.
• Jacob Misiorowski: Flamethrowing ace.
• Robert Gasser: Game 3 starter, a lefty who began the year in Triple-A.
• Others fans search for: Jake Bauers, Garrett Mitchell.

Manager Pat Murphy leads the Brewers, and Dave Roberts leads the Dodgers.

History: Have the Brewers Ever Won a World Series?

No. The Brewers have never won a World Series. Their only appearance was in 1982, a loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, and they are chasing their first trip since then. The Dodgers have won the World Series in back-to-back years and have won every postseason series against Milwaukee, including the 2018 NLCS (7 games), the 2020 Wild Card Series, and a four-game sweep in 2025.

How Many Games Do the Dodgers and Brewers Need to Win?

Each team needs 4 wins. The Brewers need two more after taking a 2-0 lead, assuming Game 3 is still pending in your update.

Dodgers vs Brewers Prediction

Before the series, sportsbooks had the Dodgers as slight favorites to win the series, while the Brewers led the regular-season series 4-3. Milwaukee's bullpen and the Dodgers' depth are the keys. The Dodgers have the starting pitching and playoff experience, while the Brewers have home-field advantage and momentum. Odds change daily, so check the latest lines before the game.

Official Sources and Live Scores

• MLB Postseason schedule and scores
• Los Angeles Dodgers official site (MLB.com)
• Milwaukee Brewers official site (MLB.com)
• ESPN MLB scoreboard
• Dodgers on ESPN
• Brewers on ESPN
• FOX Sports NLCS odds and series preview
• How to watch NLCS Game 3 (True Blue LA)
• Baseball-Reference: Dodgers history
• Baseball-Reference: Brewers history

FAQ

Is the NLCS best of 7? Yes. The first team to win four games advances to the World Series.

How many games are in the NLCS? A minimum of 4 and a maximum of 7.

What channel is the Dodgers game on? FOX or FS1, depending on the game. Streaming is available on FOX One and Fubo.

Who is the Brewers manager? Pat Murphy.

Where is the next game? Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles for Games 3 and 4, with Game 5 also in LA if needed.

Last updated: October 15, 2026. Scores and schedules can change, so check MLB.com for live results.