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Dodgers reach third straight NLCS after eliminating Braves
Los Angeles won Game 4 by 4–1 to take the best-of-five series 3–1, with Andy Pages driving in the go-ahead runs in the seventh.
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Event
Dodgers eliminate Braves to reach NLCS for third straight season
The Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 4-1 in Game 4 to win their best-of-five National League Division Series 3-1 and advance to the National League Championship Series for the third straight year. Andy Pages drove in two runs in the seventh inning to put Los Angeles ahead.
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Background
Why this event matters
The Dodgers beat the Braves 4–1 in Game 4, winning the best-of-five NLDS 3–1 and reaching the NLCS for a third straight season. Andy Pages put Los Angeles ahead with a two-run hit in the seventh; Max Muncy added a solo homer in the ninth. The Dodgers are seeking a third consecutive World Series title. Muncy’s homer was his 19th postseason home run with the Dodgers, a franchise record.
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Dodgers eliminate Braves to reach NLCS for third straight season
The Dodgers beat the Braves 4–1 in Game 4, winning the best-of-five NLDS 3–1 and reaching the NLCS for a third straight season. Andy Pages put Los Angeles ahead with a two-run hit in the seventh; Max Muncy added a solo homer in the ninth. The Dodgers are seeking a third consecuti
Reporting trail
ESPN | https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50129200/nonchalant-dodgers-dispatch-braves-advance-5th-straight-nlcs | published 2026-10-08T02:46:00.000Z | primary sourceESPN full text | Primary account of the game, series result, scoring, and scheduled NLCS opponent.Event digest | Concise summary of the 4–1 win and advancement.Retrieved context, same-event item | Corroborates the result and key scoring details.Fox Sports | https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-playoffs-dodgers-braves-nlcs-game-4 | published 2026-10-08T01:04:17.000Z | primary sourceFox Sports | Reports the game result, key scoring plays, and playoff implications.Event digest | Concisely summarises the result and upcoming opponent determination.Retrieved context | Cluster summary repeats the event; historical items concern a separate ALDS and do not add context to this Dodgers–Braves game.
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Dodgers eliminate Braves to reach NLCS for third straight season: key people and institutions
Key entities: Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, Andy Pages.
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Dodgers eliminate Braves to reach NLCS for third straight season: key questions
What was the NLDS result? The Dodgers won the best-of-five series 3–1. Who will the Dodgers face in the NLCS? Milwaukee or San Diego; the source does not specify which team. When is NLCS Game 1? It is scheduled for Sunday; no date or time zone is given. What postseason record did
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Dodgers eliminate Braves to reach NLCS for third straight season: reporting sources
ESPN | https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50129200/nonchalant-dodgers-dispatch-braves-advance-5th-straight-nlcs | published 2026-10-08T02:46:00.000Z | primary source | ESPN full text | Primary account of the game, series result, scoring, and scheduled NLCS opponent. | Event dige
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Dodgers eliminate Braves to reach NLCS for third straight season: timeline
2026-10-08: Los Angeles beat Atlanta 4–1 in Game 4 to clinch the NLDS 3–1 and advance to the NLCS. Seventh inning: Andy Pages drove in two runs to put the Dodgers ahead. Ninth inning: Max Muncy hit a solo home run. Sunday (date and time zone unspecified): NLCS Game 1 is scheduled
Timeline
2026-10-08
Los Angeles beat Atlanta 4–1 in Game 4 to clinch the NLDS 3–1 and advance to the NLCS.
Seventh inning
Andy Pages drove in two runs to put the Dodgers ahead.
Ninth inning
Max Muncy hit a solo home run.
Sunday (date and time zone unspecified)
NLCS Game 1 is scheduled against Milwaukee or San Diego.
FAQ
What was the NLDS result?
The Dodgers won the best-of-five series 3–1.
Who will the Dodgers face in the NLCS?
Milwaukee or San Diego; the source does not specify which team.
When is NLCS Game 1?
It is scheduled for Sunday; no date or time zone is given.
What postseason record did Max Muncy extend?
His 19th postseason home run with the Dodgers extended the franchise record.
How did the Dodgers take the lead?
Andy Pages hit a two-run single in the seventh inning, breaking a 1–1 tie.
What did Max Muncy contribute?
He hit a home run in the ninth inning.
Have the Braves advanced beyond the NLDS since 2021?
Fox Sports says they have not; they won the World Series in 2021.