The San Diego Padres have the chance to stop the Los Angeles Dodgers from a run at the World Series.
The Pads have advanced to the National League Division Series where they will take on the Dodgers in a best-of-five round that started Saturday. On Tuesday, the games move to San Diego, where both teams aim to take the lead in the NLDS.
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Here's everything you need to know about the NLDS, including how to get tickets and where to watch the games.
NLDS preview: Padres shift focus from wild scene at Dodger Stadium to Game 3 at Petco Park
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When do the Padres play the Dodgers?
Tuesday's NLDS Game 3 between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers is set for Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 6:08 p.m.
Game 4 will also be played at Petco Park on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 6:08 p.m. Game 5, if necessary, will be played at Dodger Stadium on Friday, Oct. 11.
| Date | Series/Game | Matchup |
| Saturday, Oct. 5 at 5:38 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 1 | Padres @ Dodgers |
| Sunday, Oct. 6 at 5:03 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 2 | Padres @ Dodgers |
| Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 6:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 3 | Dodgers @ Padres |
| Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 6:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 4 | Dodgers @ Padres |
| Friday, Oct. 11 at 5:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 5 (if necessary) | Padres @ Dodgers |
Who is pitching for Padres v Dodgers NLDS Game 3
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Tensions are high between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers -- and the teams' fans -- following a testy game 2 that left the series tied up at 1-1.
Right-hander Michael King set to pitch for the Padres.
In his most recent appearance, King pitched seven shutout innings, struck out 12, didn't walk a batter and limited the Atlanta Braves to five hits in the Padres' 4-0 victory in Game 1 of a National League Wild Card Series last Tuesday.
The last time King faced the Dodgers, he allowed one run and three hits in five innings and was credited with the victory in the Padres' 4-2 win at Dodger Stadium Sept. 24 that assured them of a postseason berth.
Fellow right-hander Walker Buehler will make his eighth start for the Dodgers since returning from a rehabilitation assignment to their Triple-A Oklahoma City affiliate. The right-hander is 0-2 with a 5.20 ERA since returning to the Dodgers. He was 1-6 with a 5.38 ERA for the season.
The Dodgers are 9-7 in Buehler's 16 starts. Buehler is 6-1 with a 1.82 ERA lifetime against the Padres, including the postseason. The loss came May 12 when he allowed three runs and five hits in 3 1/3 innings in a 4-0 loss.
Can I buy tickets to the Padres v Dodgers NLDS?
It does not appear tickets are still available for the NLDS Games at Petco Park. Although, tickets are being resold through the Padres' official reseller, SeatGeek. Click here to look for tickets.
Post-season tickets are exclusive to season ticketholders and any fans who are residents of the following counties and areas:
San Diego County, Baja California, Imperial County, Southern Orange County (San Clemente, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Beach), Southern Riverside County (Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Hemet, Perris), La Paz County, Mohave County, Yuma County, and Clark County.
Any orders made outside these areas will be canceled and will not be given a refund, the Padres said.
Where to watch the Padres vs Dodgers NLDS
Games 1-4 of the NLDS Padres vs Dodgers series will be broadcast on FS1. Game and 5 will be broadcast on Fox.
The game can also be watched by those with a subscription to MLB.TV (More info here) or Fubo.
| Date | Series/Game | Broadcast |
| Saturday, Oct. 5 at 5:38 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 1 | FS1 |
| Sunday, Oct. 6 at 5:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 2 | FS1 |
| Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 6:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 3 | FS1 |
| Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 6:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 4 | FS1 |
| Friday, Oct. 11 at 5:08 p.m. | NLDS A, Game 5 (if necessary) | Fox |
Where to watch the Padres v Dodgers NLDS in San Diego
While the Padres are away, Petco Park will host watch parties at Gallagher Square for the NLDS games against the Dodgers. Admission costs $5 (children under 36 inches are free) with proceeds going to the Padres Foundation. Up to 6 tickets can be purchased per household per watch party.
The stadium will host activities throughout the park, and select food and drink offerings will be available for purchase.
Watch party tickets can be purchased here.
When will the World Series be played?
The 2024 World Series games are set for Oct. 25 through Nov. 2, butcould be played soonerdepending on the speed the American and National League championship series.
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