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The San Diego Padres are just one win away from the National League Championship Series.
The Pads advanced to the National League Division Series where they take on the Dodgers in a best-of-five round that started Saturday. On Tuesday, the games moved to San Diego where the home team took the advantage. The series is 2-1 Padres.
Here's everything you need to know about the NLDS, including how to get tickets and where to watch the games.
When do the Padres play the Dodgers?
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NLDS Game 4 between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers is set for Oct. 8 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 4
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Dylan Cease is pitching for the Padres. The Dodgers have yet to announce their Game 4 starting pitcher.
The Padres hold a 2-1 lead in the series, and can move on to the NLCS with a victory.
San Diego has a 45-36 record in home games and a 93-69 record overall. The Padres have an 80-28 record in games when they record eight or more hits.
Los Angeles has gone 46-35 on the road and 98-64 overall. The Dodgers have a 78-21 record in games when they record eight or more hits.
Wednesday's game is the 17th meeting between these teams this season. The Padres hold a 10-6 advantage in the season series.
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, but could be played sooner depending on the speed the American and National League championship series.
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