# Skubal Starts Dodgers in NLDS Game 1

> Skubal gets nod over Yamamoto for Dodgers NLDS Game 1 start.
- Title: Skubal Starts Dodgers in NLDS Game 1 · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Skubal gets nod over Yamamoto for Dodgers NLDS Game 1 start. Dodgers select Tarik Skubal to start NLDS Game 1 over Yoshinobu Yamamoto for a tailored matchup…
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/tarik-skubal-to-start-game-1-of-2026-nlds
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## Dodgers pick Skubal for NLDS Game 1
Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Tarik Skubal will start NLDS Game 1 over Yoshinobu Yamamoto for the Dodgers.

> To be honest, we could really put all four guys in a hat and run them out there.
## Skubal gets tailored matchup edge
Skubal's selection gives Dodgers a matchup edge against Atlanta's struggles with southpaws.
## Roberts focuses on rotation rest
Roberts emphasized Skubal's potential for regular rest and workload management in the postseason.

> I think it was one of those things where, if you're looking at Tarik's ability to go on regular rest this series potentially, looking out, I think that's probably kind of the start of it.
## Skubal's postseason start milestone
Skubal makes his first career home postseason start, a milestone after six road playoff starts.
## Skubal's confidence in transition
Skubal credits his smooth transition to Chavez Ravine with his new team's success.

> Just sticking to my process, staying true to who I am, and obviously getting on the same page with catchers and everybody.
## Skubal's game plan for heatwave
Skubal plans to drink water to manage the unseasonable Southern California heatwave for Saturday's game.

> Drink a lot of water.
## Key takeaway

Dodgers select Tarik Skubal to start NLDS Game 1 over Yoshinobu Yamamoto for a tailored matchup against Atlanta.