What happened: Los Angeles will lean on a left-hander for the opener against an Atlanta club that has struggled against lefties this season. The Braves had not settled their own first pitching assignment.

Why it matters: That gives the Dodgers a defined plan on the mound heading into a scheduled postseason matchup. It also aligns with Skubal's previously reported Game 1 assignment against Atlanta, keeping Los Angeles on the same track into October.

What to watch: Watch for Atlanta's starter decision as first pitch approaches. The game remains scheduled and has not started.