The Los Angeles Dodgers face a difficult Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series on Wednesday, Oct. 14.
They must rally from a 0-2 deficit as they chase a World Series three-peat.
Game 1 saw the Dodgers fall 2-1 after Brewers second baseman Brice Turang homered off Tarik Skubal, giving the Milwaukee an early advantage in the best-of-seven series.
In Game 2, William Contreras delivered a standout performance, launching a tying home run in the fifth inning and then driving in David Hamilton with a single to left in the sixth. His heroics powered the Brewers to a 7-4 victory.
Now, the series shifts to Los Angeles for Game 3, where the Dodgers must fight to avoid a daunting 3-0 deficit.
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What time is the Milwaukee Brewers vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game 3?
The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the NLCS 2-0, will face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 5 p.m. at Dodger Stadium. FS1 will broadcast the game, with streaming options on FOX One.
How to watch the Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS
All games in the National League Championship Series will air nationally on Fox or FS1.
TV: Fox, FS1
Streaming: Fubo, DirecTV Stream
Spanish-language broadcast: Fox Deportes
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Radio coverage
Dodgers fans can listen to games on the club's flagship station, AM 570 LA Sports, and through the Dodgers Radio Network.
ESPN Radio will carry national radio coverage.
Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS schedule
Game 3
5 p.m. Wednesday Dodgers vs. Brewers Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
Game 4
6 p.m. Thursday Dodgers vs. Brewers Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
Game 5 (if necessary)
6 p.m. Friday Dodgers vs. Brewers Dodger Stadium
Game 6 (if necessary)
5 p.m. Sunday Brewers vs. Dodgers American Family Field
Game 7 (if necessary)
5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19 Brewers vs. Dodgers American Family Field
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Three players to watch in Brewers vs. Dodgers NLCS Game 3
With the series shifting to Los Angeles, Game 3 could hinge on whether the Dodgers' stars can spark a comeback or the Brewers can continue their balanced offensive attack. Here are three key players to watch from each club:
Milwaukee Brewers
- Robert Gasser, LHP (0-0, 2.25 ERA, 3 SO): The Brewers will hand the ball to Gasser as they try to take a commanding 3-0 series lead. The left-hander has been effective in limited postseason action and will be tasked with keeping the Dodgers' powerful lineup quiet on the road.
- William Contreras, C: He made the difference in Game 2, tying the game with a home run before driving in the go-ahead run with an RBI single. Milwaukee's catcher has emerged as one of the series' most dangerous bats and will likely find himself in the middle of several key moments Wednesday night.
- Brice Turang, 2B: He set the tone for the Brewers in Game 1 with a leadoff homer off Tarik Skubal. His speed, defense, and ability to create offense at the top of the lineup make him a constant threat as Milwaukee looks to maintain control of the NLCS.
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Blake Snell, LHP (0-0, 2.45 ERA, 5 SO): The Dodgers' season may rest on Snell's left arm. Los Angeles needs a strong start to avoid falling into a nearly insurmountable 3-0 hole, and the veteran will be counted on to slow a Brewers lineup that has delivered in clutch situations through the first two games.
- Mookie Betts, OF: The Dodgers need their veteran leader to ignite the offense. Betts remains one of baseball's most complete players, and Los Angeles will look to him to set the table and deliver game-changing production at the plate.
- Shohei Ohtani, DH: Some speculated that Ohtani could be held out of the starting lineup after an injury-affected slump raised questions about his effectiveness. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts quickly put those rumors to rest, however, announcing that the Japanese superstar would be in the lineup for Game 3. With Los Angeles facing a must-win scenario, Ohtani remains the player most capable of changing the game with a single swing and helping spark a comeback from a 2-0 series deficit.
This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: How to watch Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS Game 3 tonight
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